2024 Social Impact Report

Outward Bound Social Impact Report 2024 (22.67MB pdf)
This report brings together data, research and real stories from all aspects of our work. It shows how our courses help young people grow in confidence, build stronger connections, and develop the tools to thrive. It’s our way of staying accountable and sharing what we’re learning with those who make it possible.
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Shaping the individual

Learning to stand tall

86% of primary pupils had learnt to look after themselves.

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Pushing through challenges

81% of secondary pupils try harder to overcome the things they find difficult.

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Confidence on the job

85% of apprentices reported increased satisfaction with their level of confidence at work. 

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Building stronger connections

Growing in empathy

76% of young people have greater compassion for others.
 

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Bouncing back stronger

73% of young people have increased resilience. 

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Ready to relate

69% of young people have increased social competence.

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Preparing for the future

Closer to the wild

90% of young people have a new appreciation for and closer connection with nature.

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Keeping going, together

Three months after their course, 88% of teachers see positive changes in pupils’ ability to keep going when encountering difficulty and setbacks.

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Teamwork that sticks

89% of apprentices recognise Outward Bound has significantly impacted their teamwork performance at work, for up to four years after their course.

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See how futures take shape (PDF)

Explore all reports

In addition to our Social Impact Report, we have a number of in-depth evaluation studies that look at particular aspects of our work, from benefits to teaching staff to supporting young people's employability.

Our work across the UK

Wider benefits of Outward Bound

External and academic studies

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