Our Forest School Program

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At Leapfrog Kindergarten, we believe that children learn best when they are exploring, discovering, and connecting with nature. Our Forest School program is a unique outdoor learning experience that fosters curiosity, independence, and environmental stewardship in a natural setting.

  • A young child with dark hair is climbing a tree in a garden, with a wooden fence and green foliage in the background.

    What is Forest School

    Forest School is a child-led approach to outdoor education, where children spend regular time learning in a woodland or natural environment. It encourages hands-on exploration, risk-taking, and outdoor skills, all while promoting physical and emotional development. Our educators are all qualified Level 3 or Level 1 Forest School Practitioners.

  • A young child swinging on a rope swing in a lush green forest.

    Why choose Forest School

    - Child-Led Learning: Our trained educators facilitate a supportive environment where children choose activities that interest them, fostering confidence and decision-making skills.

    - Nature Connection: Regular outdoor sessions help children develop a deep respect and understanding of the natural world.

    - Holistic Development: Forest School activities support physical health, social skills, creativity, and emotional resilience.

    - Sustainable Practices: We teach children about environmental responsibility and the importance of caring for our planet.

  • Children and an adult working together outdoors in a wooded area, cutting a fallen piece of wood with a saw.

    What do children do at Forest School

    - Nature walks and outdoor exploration

    - Building shelters and natural crafts

    - Learning about plants, animals, and ecosystems

    - Climbing, balancing, and other physical activities

    - Gardening and environmental stewardship projects

    - Storytelling and group games in nature

    - Learning how to use tools

    - Fire lighting and safety

    - Open fire cooking

Two young children wearing colorful raincoats and holding magnifying glasses examine a plant outdoors on a rainy day.
A young child, crouching down and holding a stick or small object near a rustic wooden bridge made of logs in a wooded area with trees and dried leaves on the ground.
A young child, is kneeling on the ground outdoors, planting a small green plant with a trowel.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

All classes offered at Leapfrog have access to the forest. Our specific Forest School Camps are on Saturday mornings or during term holidays. We invite your child to experience the joy and wonder of the natural world through our Forest School program. For more information or to enroll, please contact us.

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Two young children building a small structure with bamboo sticks in a forested area.