As a school we place a strong emphasis on the importance of environmental and outdoor education. To develop this area further, we have become a ‘Forest School’.

What is a Forest School?

The children are taken to a local woodland once a week for an afternoon of activities (over a 10 week period).

Natural resources found in the woods are used to develop the children's knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Discovery based activities support work taking place back in the classroom and each child's development. Activities range from nature hunts, constructing shelters, artwork, observation and listening games, through to use of hand tools and cooking on a campfire. Most importantly children are often free to choose activities, which allows them to:

• Learn at their own pace
• Pursue interests
• Develop communication and negotiation skills with their peers.

What are the benefits of a Forest School?

Research has demonstrated positive improvements from children undertaking Forest School programmes in the following areas:

• Self confidence
• Empathy with others
• Communication skills
• Physical strength and coordination
• Knowledge and understanding of the world
• A positive attitude towards learning.

The children also have a lot of fun at Forest School!

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Forest School Article

Read this article from the Kingsbridge Gazette to find out more about our Forest School.
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Forest School Gifted, Able and Talented Afternoon

Read this article to find out more about our Forest School Gifted, Able and Talented Arts and Creativity afternoon.
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