RATED OFSTED OUTSTANDING T: 01282 425893 • info@giantleapchildcare.co.uk Home About Services Resources Book Online Galleries Contact Us Forest School Forest school is for all children and young people but isn’t a badge or place as some people might believe- the name refers to an outdoor learning philosophy. The Forest School Association defines this unique learning ethos as: ….an inspirational process, that offers ALL learners regular opportunities to achieve and develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences in a woodland or natural environment with trees. Some perceive Forest School to be simply about fires and tools and children relish the opportunity to take part in these activities. The reality is that these exercises are not intrinsic to the Forest School ethos. Fire lighting and whittling are practiced with the aim of teaching children how to manage risk but this is one of many significant benefits, other benefits for example include the development of: Social, language and communication skills Physical and motors skills Knowledge and understanding of the environment Self-esteem and self-confidence Motivation and concentration Giant Leap Forest School is fully accredited by the Forest School Association. All our children benefit from our Forest School programme and we encourage children to follow their individual curiosity, meaning no two days are ever the same! Our activities follow themes such as: Mini beast hunts Tree climbing Den and shelter building Campfire cooking Woodwork using tools Nature art and bush craft Games and trust building exercises Fire building and lighting Puddle and mud jumping Natural music Quick Forest School facts: Further benefits of Forest School For further information about our Forest School Approach, please visit our sister website – Go Outdoors Nature Play & Learning Centre. FIND OUT MORE BOOK A VISIT CONTACT US ONLINE info@giantleapchildcare.co.uk 01282 425893 © Copyright Giant Leap Childcare 2020 | Sister setting to Go Outdoors Nature Play & Learning Centre Privacy Policy | Website provided by Ambitious Design.

RATED OFSTED OUTSTANDING T: 01282 425893 • info@giantleapchildcare.co.uk Home About Services Resources Book Online Galleries Contact Us What To Expect & When Guidance to your child’s learning and development in the early years foundation stage. Created by 4Childen and supported by the Department for Education this guide aims to help parents and carers with learning and caring for their child. WHAT TO EXPECT, WHEN? BOOK A VISIT CONTACT US ONLINE info@giantleapchildcare.co.uk 01282 425893 © Copyright Giant Leap Childcare 2020 | Sister setting to Go Outdoors Nature Play & Learning Centre Privacy Policy | Website provided by Ambitious Design.

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