Forest School Song :: c/o Upton St Leonards Thanks to the children who sang this song on their way to Forest School When the children sing their hearts out on the way to a session, you know they are fully
Forest School Song :: USL
Leatherjackets and Craneflies
If all mankind were to disappear, the world would regenerate back to the rich state of equilibrium that existed ten thousand years ago. If insects were to vanish, the environment would collapse into chaos. E. O. Wilson Found worldwide, and
Where can I train to be a forest school leader?
Where can I train to be a forest school leader There are a number of Forest School training providers throughout the country. We are based in the Cotswolds, at the foot of Chosen Hill, in Gloucestershire. Our trainees visit from
Woodland Trust Free Trees
The Woodland Trust have just announced applications are open for NOVEMBER 2019 delivery of free tree packs. They mention that they are in great demand, so please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. All packs come with detailed instructions, a colour
Google Classroom
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Wild Garlic Pesto
Wild Garlic – yummy! The woods are full of the large green leaves of Wild Garlic at the moment, along with those of primrose, bluebells and everything else regenerating after winter. RAMSONS :: BEAR LEEK :: WOOD GARLIC ::: ALLIUM URNSINUM With
Forest School shop
Our Kit List/Shop shows an up to date and detailed list of all of the equipment that we use and recommend for use in a Forest School setting. This includes tools for whittling, den building, fire lighting and other woodland
Train alongside nature
Slow Worm emergesNot what the children shouted. They announced ‘SNAKE!’ as we were whittling in another area…. “Tools down!” and we left the tool area to see what had been found. It was, indeed, a 40cm, female Slow Worm. She
Wind speed and gusts
How windy is too windy? If you look at the Beaufort scale, we see the levels of danger that wind can create. After a couple of weeks of wind it was time to find a reliable forecast. After some testing,
Catkins all opening
Catkins all openingThis week we have been focusing on stopping to connect, be present and observe the changes that Spring brings”Keep your your eyes open and you will see nature.” All too often I am reminding myself that it is