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Forest School is an opportunity for our children to learn, explore and discover using the natural environment. We go to our designated Forest School site on a weekly basis for a full morning of outdoor activities and fun. Forest School creates confident, independent learners who foster a long term love and respect of nature and the world around them. We are so lucky to have access to the Forest School site which we use on a weekly basis for all of the children. We explore the environment linking our learning to the natural world and the seasons.
At Hillview Early Years, we believe that Forest School is an opportunity for our children to learn, explore and discover using the natural environment. This is implemented through carefully planned, regular sessions throughout the year, where child initiated learning is strongly promoted.
These valuable learning opportunities take place in our specially designated outdoor Forest School area situated on the school site. The sessions are planned and led by our Forest School leader. During the sessions an appreciation of the natural environment is promoted, teamwork and thinking skills are supported and children are encouraged to be reflective about their achievements and choices.
Forest School creates confident, independent learners who foster a long term love
Our Forest School Aims
By using the opportunity to learn in our Forest School, we aim to promote and support children to:
Develop their own personal and social skills
Be confident in working both independently and as part of a team.
Solve practical problems and face challenges
Use tools appropriately
To create and build
To pursue knowledge that interests them
To learn how to take risks and manage failures
To build confidence in decision making and evaluate risk
To develop practical skills
To understand the benefits of a balanced and healthy lifestyle
To explore connections between themselves and the natural environment
To reflect on learning and experiences
To develop their language and communication skills
To improve fine and gross motor skills
To become self-motivated learners
To improve their concentration skills
Forest School area and appropriate clothing must be worn in order for your child to participate in this valuable learning opportunity.
What to wear
Full length trousers/joggers
Long sleeved top
Hoodie or sweatshirt (weather dependant)
Sun hat (weather dependant)
Wellingtons (these can be left at HEY)
Spare socks
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