School boards play a vital role in ensuring safe, high-quality Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC) experiences. This page provides essential guidance to help boards move beyond event-by-event approvals and focus on developing a strong, well-implemented EOTC system that supports staff, meets legal obligations, and enhances student learning.

Explore our resource: Questions the School Board Should Be Asking About EOTC in Their School.

This resource helps boards move beyond simply approving individual EOTC events and ensures the school has a comprehensive, well-implemented EOTC system.

A strong system means:

• EOTC policies and procedures align with best practice.
• Staff are well-supported in planning and delivering EOTC experiences.
• Health and safety obligations are met, reducing risk for students and staff.
• The board can be confident in the ongoing quality, safety, and educational value of EOTC experiences.

Key Reflection Points:

• Does our EOTC policy align with our health and safety framework?
• How do we support staff to plan and deliver safe, high-quality EOTC experiences?
• What review and monitoring processes ensure EOTC best practices are consistently applied?
• How do we ensure we are meeting our legal obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015?