Funding & Grants for Outdoor Learning Spaces in the UK

At MyCanopy, we help schools across the UK bring their ideas to life with handcrafted, sustainable outdoor canopies.

Why Funding Matters

Outdoor classrooms help pupils thrive. They support wellbeing, foster creativity, and make learning active and inclusive. Many funding bodies in the UK recognise this, and offer grants to help schools build outdoor learning spaces.

Where to Look for Funding

Here are a few places UK schools commonly explore for outdoor learning grants:

• Lottery Funded Grants – e.g., Awards for All (up to £10,000)

• Local Authority Capital Grants – many councils offer small grants for outdoor infrastructure.

• Environmental & Sustainability Grants – e.g., Tree Council, Woodland Trust.

• PTA & Community Fundraising – often used to match grant funding.

Tip: combining smaller grants can help build your full project budget.

How MyCanopy Can Support You

We provide:

• Quotes and site plans for grant applications

• Flexible delivery and installation across the UK

• Supply-only options worldwide with full remote installation support

Our canopies are durable, sustainable, and designed to meet British safety standards, making them ideal for funding bids.

Creating Long-Term Outdoor Learning Spaces

A well-designed canopy isn’t just a shelter, it’s a space for growth, play, and connection.

If your school or group is applying for funding, we can provide guidance and tailored quotes to support your bid.

Contact us to get started.