Our Vision

We aim to deliver weekly forest school sessions all year round. We want to offer children experiences in natural woodland where they can begin to develop a lifelong connection with nature. Children will foster an understanding and respect for wildlife, plants and the woodland ecosystem.

They will develop sustainable and conservation attitudes, which we hope develops lifelong passions for protecting nature and our planet. We aim to promote a spiritual connection to nature and each other. Children will observe seasonal changes in plants and trees and develop deep level understanding of animal habitats and woodland ecosystem.

Children will make links in their learning at forest school, the wider curriculum and beyond, mastering greater understanding of concepts. Personal responsibility and equality are at the heart of our ethos, children are encouraged to help each other, carry equipment, look after the woodland and contribute to shared experiences such as fire or den building. Children will enjoy a snack during each session, sometimes this may be cooked on the campfire. This fosters a sense of ‘togetherness’ and community.

Sessions aim to provide children with time and space to follow their own lines of inquiry in a truly natural environment. Sessions are fun and children are given ample opportunities to play and are encouraged develop independence skills. Children will learn how to manage risks; problem solve and make sustainable decisions. The sessions aim to build confidence and resilience as children as encouraged not to give up and to find solutions to problems. Children are encouraged to use their imagination through storytelling, natural art, woodwork and crafting projects. Fine motor skills are developed through dressing appropriately, tying knots, using tools and making crafts. Gross motor skills are developed through climbing trees and playing games.