The Hideout House Company https://www.hideouthouse.com/ Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:24:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 199193118 Introducing the Sensory Hub: A Space to Pause, Explore and Connect at School https://www.hideouthouse.com/introducing-the-sensory-hub-a-space-to-pause-explore-and-connect-at-school/ Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:24:17 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=7267 A pupil who needs a break from a busy playground. A small group enjoying a story together. A child discovering a new texture or watching sunlight change colour through a window. These are the everyday moments we have designed the Sensory Hub around. Our new outdoor sensory space brings together colour, sound, texture and planting […]

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]]> 7267 Outdoor Sound Systems for Schools: Learning, Play and Wellbeing with the Sound Mixer https://www.hideouthouse.com/outdoor-sound-systems-for-schools-learning-play-and-wellbeing-with-the-sound-mixer/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:22:17 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=7139 Imagine a school playground where children can independently choose a story, listen to a poem, play music or start a calming birdsong recording—all without needing a teacher to find a phone, open an app or connect a portable speaker. The Sound Mixer is a waterproof, renewable-energy-powered outdoor sound system designed specifically for schools. Pupils can […]

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]]> 7139 Renewable Energy for Schools: Bring STEM Learning to Life with the Power Mixer https://www.hideouthouse.com/renewable-energy-for-schools-bring-stem-learning-to-life-with-the-power-mixer/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:58:31 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=7130 What if pupils could see renewable energy being generated in their own school grounds—and then use that electricity to power everyday equipment? The Power Mixer is a working, off-grid renewable energy system developed specifically for schools. Combining wind and solar power with battery storage, live visual displays and usable electrical outputs, it transforms renewable energy […]

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]]> 7130 Outdoor Classroom, Gazebo, Canopy or Enclosed Building? https://www.hideouthouse.com/outdoor-classroom-gazebo-canopy-or-enclosed-building/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:36:15 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=7113 Outdoor Classroom, Gazebo, Canopy or Enclosed Building: Which Does Your School Need? Schools looking to create additional outdoor teaching or play space are often faced with several apparently similar options. Should you choose an outdoor classroom, an open-sided gazebo, a school canopy or a fully enclosed building? The best choice depends on how the space […]

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]]> 7113 How Schools Can Use the New Inclusive Mainstream Fund to Create Calmer, More Inclusive Outdoor Learning Environments https://www.hideouthouse.com/how-schools-can-use-the-new-inclusive-mainstream-fund-to-create-calmer-more-inclusive-outdoor-learning-environments/ Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:04:56 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=7088 The Government’s new Inclusive Mainstream Fund (IMF) represents an important step towards helping mainstream schools strengthen inclusive practice and ensure that every child can thrive in their learning environment. The fund has been introduced to support schools in developing more inclusive approaches for children with additional needs, enabling earlier intervention, reducing barriers to learning and […]

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]]> 7088 Why Our Eco Hub Outdoor Classrooms Are More Than Buildings – They’re Outdoor Curriculum Learning Centres https://www.hideouthouse.com/why-our-eco-hub-outdoor-classrooms-are-more-than-buildings-theyre-outdoor-curriculum-learning-centres/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:36:38 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=7077 When schools invest in an outdoor classroom, the expectation is often simple: create additional teaching space outdoors. But what if the building itself became the lesson? At Hideout House, that thinking is exactly what led us to develop our Eco Hub Outdoor Classroom concept — a space designed not just to shelter learning, but to […]

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]]> 7077 Why Roof Construction (and Timber Quality) Matters in Outdoor Classrooms https://www.hideouthouse.com/why-roof-construction-and-timber-quality-matters-in-outdoor-classrooms/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:49:03 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=6702 When investing in an outdoor classroom, most schools focus on size, layout, and price. But there are two critical elements that determine whether your structure lasts 5 years… or 25+ years: 👉 The roof system👉 The quality and treatment of the timber These are rarely visible at first glance—but they make all the difference over […]

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]]> 6702 Inclusion Bases – Specialist SEND Inclusion Environments for Mainstream Schools https://www.hideouthouse.com/inclusion-bases-specialist-send-inclusion-environments-for-mainstream-schools/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:00:26 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=6687 Designing Outdoor Spaces That Make Inclusion Work Hideout House creates specialist SEND outdoor classrooms, sensory gardens and nurture environments that help mainstream schools deliver effective inclusion, early intervention and emotional regulation support. With the national shift and recent Government policy and funding toward inclusive mainstream provision, schools are being asked to support more children with […]

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]]> 6687 The Benefits of Creating a Sensory Garden in Your School https://www.hideouthouse.com/the-benefits-of-creating-a-sensory-garden-in-your-school/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:32:40 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=6661 The Benefits of Creating a Sensory Garden in Your School In today’s busy and often overstimulating world, schools are increasingly recognising the importance of providing calm, inclusive and therapeutic spaces for pupils. A well-designed sensory garden offers far more than just an attractive outdoor area — it becomes a powerful learning, wellbeing and inclusion tool […]

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]]> 6661 Sustainability In UK Primary Schools: How Outdoor Learning Can Make A Real Difference https://www.hideouthouse.com/sustainable-playground-equipment-eco-outdoor-classrooms-hideouthouse/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:52:07 +0000 https://www.hideouthouse.com/?p=6603 Sustainable Playground Equipment and Outdoor Classrooms for UK Primary Schools Sustainability is no longer a ‘nice to have’ in UK primary education. Schools are increasingly required to demonstrate sustainability and environmentally friendly policies within both their curriculum and day-to-day operations. From curriculum delivery to procurement decisions, sustainability now plays a key role in inspections, funding […]

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