Helping children fall in love with nature since 2009.
Meet Mandy
Mud Pies was created by Mandy Tulloch — a Zoology graduate and qualified primary teacher who welcomed two little wonders of nature into the world and realised there was nothing out there for them.
After speaking to lots of parents, I realised there were no activities out there for younger children that encouraged them to get outdoors, get active and explore nature — so I decided to strike out on my own and create Mud Pies.
Since then, Mandy has worked with thousands of families, many schools and several partner organisations. She is also a trainer for the educational charity Learning Through Landscapes.
At an education conference the guest speaker asked what we remembered most about playing outdoors — and the whole room shouted back “making mud pies!” Research is now finding that time in green spaces is really good for children. If we want future generations to look after our planet, they have to have a positive attitude towards it — and that starts with having fun in it. Maybe making mud pies is more than just child’s play.
A lifetime of adventures.
Mandy’s own children grew up in the woods — and Mud Pies grew up alongside them.
Our Journey
From a handful of families to a community of thousands.
Mandy launched Mud Pies after realising there were no outdoor nature activities for younger children in Aberdeen.
Word spread and classes grew to multiple weekly sessions as more families discovered the magic of Mud Pies.
Featured on BBC Scotland showcasing the impact of outdoor early years learning.
Partnerships formed with Nature Scot, TechFest and the University of Aberdeen.
Hundreds of families have enjoyed Mud Pies, and Mandy continues to train other educators through Learning Through Landscapes.
Trusted Partners
Proud to work with organisations that share our values.
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