Forest School is an approach to outdoor learning that immerses children in the natural world whatever the weather. We introduce Forest School to children aged three and above and have seen many positive benefits.
It is a long-term, nature-based outdoor learning programme that focuses on holistic development and growth in children.
During regular sessions spread across each of the four seasons, Forest School nurseries ensure children spend a session a week outside instead of in the classroom as part of the early years curriculum. This gives them the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
The outdoor sessions are child-led but trained practitioners monitor the children, encouraging exploration and discovery and supporting them to take risks.
In a woodland environment, Forest School outdoor education is based on what activities a child wants to engage in at that particular time. Supervised by a Forest School leader, the child builds problem-solving skills, confidence, independence and resilience as they are allowed to test their limits in the natural world.
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