RudheathForest Schools
‘Forest School is a child-centred inspirational learning process, that offers opportunities for holistic growth through regular sessions. It is a long-term programme that supports play, exploration and supported risk taking. It develops confidence and self esteem through learner inspired, hands-on experiences in a natural setting.' (ForestSchoolassociation.org)
Forest School at Rudheath Primary Academy and Nursery aims to provide learners with a holistic and nurturing experience. All sessions are led by the learner’s needs - developing the ‘whole learner’ in line with the changing seasons. Each experience provides new opportunities that allow the learner to discover and explore in a natural setting.
The time and space given to the learner to explore and engage with the natural environment will support them to develop socially, emotional, physically, and spiritually whilst providing opportunities to develop new practical skills. Working alongside nature provides children with a love, respect, and deeper understanding of the natural environment as they explore the meaning of ecology, sustainability, forest management and conservation. This in turn, will arm them with a strong sense of self and well-being as they embark on their journey into adulthood.