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About LEAF's Education Outreach
Our Purpose
LEAF connects children, young people and communities with farming and food. Through engaging education and public outreach, we show how food is produced, how farming can work with nature and why sustainable agriculture matters.
Our trusted, balanced and curriculum-relevant learning experiences help young people think critically, make informed choices and discover their role in building a more resilient food and farming future.
What do we do?
Connect people with farming through meaningful experiences that build understanding of sustainable food production and its wider benefits.
Support educators and farmers with expert training and trusted resources for safe, engaging learning in schools and on farms.
Inspire future careers by showcasing opportunities across food, farming and the environment.
Empower young people with the knowledge and critical-thinking skills to make informed choices for a more sustainable future.
Did you know that almost 100% of young people believe that their food choices have an important role to play in the fight against climate change?
In 2023, we completed a large research project exploring the often assumed disconnect and disinterest between young people and the agri-food industry. The findings have helped to shape our strategic direction, and LEAF have been working with agri-food industry leaders, brands and retailers to deliver the recommendations identified in this research.
“LEAF are the people we would speak to for support, helping us with what we want to do, it’s all part of our journey as a school already. “ Chancel Primary School
How do we do it?
LEAF Demonstration Schools
A free, practical framework that helps schools make food, farming and sustainability a meaningful part of curriculum learning and wider school life. It provides a clear pathway that builds on existing practice rather than introducing new initiatives.
LEAF Education Specialists
Our team of trusted, qualified teachers, with years of experience working and specialising in food, farming and the environment.
Farmer Training & Support
We provide the training, practical resources and ongoing support to farmers to help them deliver safe, engaging farm visits with confidence.
Virtual Farm Visits
Sometimes it’s just not possible to get your pupils physically out onto a farm, so we also provide virtual farm visits for you to deliver as part of a classroom experience.
Countryside Classroom
Access free, quality-assured educational content for food, farming and sustainability, all in one place.
Countryside Classroom is managed by LEAF on behalf of a partnership of 36 leading organisations from across the industry, ensuring trusted and credible content.