What is a forest school?
Learning through play, discovery, and adventure in nature.
A Forest School is a unique way for children to learn and grow by spending time outdoors.
Instead of a traditional classroom, the forest becomes the learning space, filled with opportunities for adventure, discovery, and creativity.
The Forest is the Classroom. Children explore the natural world through play, storytelling, and hands-on activities like building shelters, using simple tools, making nature crafts, and observing plants and animals.
Each session is child-led, meaning children are encouraged to follow their own curiosity and imagination, while caring adults provide gentle guidance and support. This approach helps children develop important life skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, independence, and resilience. It also encourages confidence, self-esteem, and a deep love for the environment.
Most of all, forest school is about joy—climbing, running, getting muddy, laughing with friends, and discovering the wonders of the outdoors.
It’s a safe, nurturing space where children can truly be themselves while learning about the world around them.
Child-led & play-based learning
Group activities form naturally through the child-led exploration,
encouraging collaboration, confidence, and problem-solving skills.
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Cleverly planted tools and intentional stations (areas set up for child-led projects) are also helpful!
Free-play & imagination
Imagination thrives in natural settings & when children are allowed to free-play as long as they need - that sweet spot of intense mental focus helps them learn... & LOVE learning.
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