Step Out and Learn About Us
Step Out Academy was built from a belief that learning shouldn’t be confined to classrooms. It should be woven into the places where people explore, wonder and connect.
We combine deep educational insight with place-based storytelling to help councils, cultural sites and visitor attractions build learning experiences that resonate with children, teachers, families and communities.
🌿Our Purpose🌿
To inspire curiosity and make learning active, engaging, and meaningfully connected to the world around us.
🌿Our Vision🌿
A world where every learner sees the outdoors as a playground for discovery and grows through shared exploration.
🌿Our Mission🌿
To become the leading creator of interactive, curriculum-aligned walking tours that turn real locations into immersive learning adventures for all ages.
🌿 Step Out Academy Values 🌿
Encouraging movement and exploration as part of learning.
Inspire a lifelong love of asking questions and seeking answers.
Promote responsible exploration and environmental awareness.
Accessible and relevant tours for all learners.
Experiences that are interactive, immersive, and memorable.
Use technology to enhance learning in creative, positive ways.
🌿 Step Out Academy Founder🌿
Lisa Newland
CEO and Founder
I’m passionate about education and providing opportunities to inspire a love for learning. I’m fortunate to have a wonderful husband, two incredible girls, and a supportive family who have encouraged me every step of the way on my learning journey.
I started my career in education back in 2005, working in childcare. Later in 2012, I transitioned to secondary teaching. I have been constantly studying since finishing high school and have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Education, a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, and a Master’s degree in Contemporary Literacies, among others. These qualifications have given me a solid foundation in educational theory and equipped me with the practical skills to design captivating learning opportunities.
I look forward to witnessing the joy of learners Stepping Out and Learning and partnering with businesses and councils to build exciting tours all across Australia!
🌿 Our Perspective on the Future🌿
Education is shifting toward applied, experiential learning. Families are seeking meaningful engagement. Tourism is becoming experience-driven rather than destination-driven.
Places that intentionally embed learning into their environments will lead this shift. Step Out Academy is building the framework to support that evolution.
🌿 Partnerships 🌿
We collaborate with organisations ready to think beyond interpretation and toward structured engagement. If you are exploring how to elevate the educational value of your site, we would welcome a strategic conversation.
Bring a Tour to YOur location
Whether you’re exploring options or ready to pilot a tour, we’d love to learn about your site and see if Step Out Academy is the right fit.