Forest School is a child-centred inspirational learning process that offers opportunities for holistic growth through regular sessions in our beautiful woodland setting. We have a long-term program that supports play, exploration and supported risk taking. It develops confidence and self-esteem through learner inspired, hands-on experiences in a natural setting.
Forest School inspires a deep connection to the world and an understanding of how a learner fits within it. Our approach to risk means that learners constantly expand on their abilities by solving real-world issues, building self-belief and resilience. Forest School therefore, helps pupils to become healthy, resilient, creative and independent learners.
Our Forest school programme is about offering children regular opportunities to develop their learning through play and exploration in a safe, natural environment. Providing a range of hands-on experiences and achievable tasks will encourage children to manage their own risks, developing problem solving, communication and teamwork. Being outside in the fresh air enhances moods, motivation and concentration, not to mention the physical benefits. A big part of the sessions is to create a sense of ownership of a site, helping children to understand, appreciate and care for the natural environment around them. Multi-sensory exploration, noticing the seasonal changes and the natural growing processes which in turn can inspire creativity. Children gain a sense of mindfulness reflecting on things they have achieved and challenges they have overcome.
