Forest School
Outdoor sessions that build confidence, curiosity and resilience through nature play, safe risk-taking and teamwork.
Why it matters
Our Forest School sessions bring children closer to nature through hands-on learning and exploration. Each week has a theme — from den building to insect homes — encouraging confidence, teamwork, curiosity and resilience. Story time and singing are part of every session, and activities are adapted for younger children so everyone can join in.
What children experience
Weekly outdoor sessions (term-time).
Builds independence, confidence and teamwork.
Wear layers and wellies.
Suitable for ages 2–5.
Weekly themes
Week 1
Den building — natural materials, story time & singing (adapted for 1–2yr olds).
Week 2
Bark rubbing — crayons, paper & exploring textures in nature.
Week 3
Nature colour matching — collecting colours on walks along the linear way.
Week 4
Shaped leaves — clay imprints and why leaves change colour.
Week 5
Nature wands — sticks, leaves and string; creative crafts for all ages.
Week 6
Harvest Festival — exploring veg, seeds, and creative painting activities.
Week 7
Insect homes — building with bamboo, containers & natural resources.
Week 8
Mud Kitchen recipes — imaginative play with soil, leaves & safe resources.