Forest School & Air Quality 

At Splash, we believe that spending time outdoors is an important part of children's learning and development. Our Forest School program encourages children to explore nature, build confidence, develop problem-solving skills, and foster a lifelong appreciation for the environment through hands-on outdoor experiences.

The health and safety of our children is always our top priority. To ensure a safe outdoor learning environment, Splash monitors the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) daily using the Environment Canada Weather App. If the AQHI is above 8, Forest School will be cancelled. If the AQHI reaches 8 or higher while children are already at Forest School, programming will transition to calmer, low-activity experiences, and buses will be arranged for an early pick-up. When the AQHI is 6 or 7, educators will monitor conditions closely and may shorten the Forest School day if needed. For children with respiratory conditions, such as asthma, medications are kept readily accessible, and educators will follow each child's care plan if support is required. All decisions regarding outdoor programming are made with the health, safety, and well-being of the children in mind.