forest school

Forest school is a child centred approach to learning, generating learner inspired, hands on learning experiences in the natural world. Forest school encourages children to explore their natural environment and learn in it

Forest School with Sarah – Our Outdoor Learning Guru

We’re incredibly lucky to have Sarah on our team – our very own Forest School and Outdoor Learning expert.
Her passion for nature-based education is contagious and she has a deep belief in the ever-growing list of benefits Forest School brings to children.

Sarah leads our Forest School Programme, offering thoughtful planning and enriching activities tailored to your school’s needs, goals and requests.
From after-school clubs to PPA cover sessions, Sarah and the SMC team can deliver a wide range of engaging outdoor experiences for your pupils.

Benefits of Forest School

  • Encourages creativity

  • Builds self-esteem

  • Develops independence and confidence

  • Nurtures emotional, spiritual, intellectual and social growth

  • Enhances communication and language skills

examples of Our Forest School Activities

  • Nature exploration and discovery

  • Den building and creative shelter making

  • Fire lighting and outdoor cooking

  • Imaginative role play

  • Supported risk-taking play

If you’d like to explore how we can bring the magic of Forest School to your pupils, head to our contact page !

  • Our Forest School programme, designed be our fully qualified practitioner, Sarah can be utilised to enhance your schools existing curriculum and topics. Or allow your children to dive into the full emersion of the forest school experience.

  • Parents, keep your eyes peeled for our after school clubs which will go live across the school year. An awesome chance for your children to explore their adventurous side.

  • We always aim to have a forest school session each week at holiday club based around our weekly theme.

    Watch out on our socials for these days.