Root To Nature Forest School

Service Description

The forest school ethos emphasizes the benefits of child-led play as essential for child development and our sessions are planned and facilitated in a way to inspire children to explore, play and create in their own unique way. The sorts of experiences we may offer during our sessions include arts and crafts using natural materials, Scavenger hunts, Bug hunting, water play, mud play, den building. There are no expectations for children to engage in any specific way, and encouragement is given to explore and engage in what they are naturally drawn to. There is also plenty of inspiration for child-led play in the beautiful setting of Hannah Fields, and children will benefit from the rich sensory experience of being outdoors in a natural space. What To Bring: *The mud kitchen and mud pit are very popular with the children, therefore we advise suitable clothing and footwear for this (depending on age and development of your child). *Waterproofs are also very useful, and warm layers depending on the weather. *Parents/Carers are offered a hot drink during story time at the end of the session. Please feel welcome to bring any drinks and snacks for your child!