Our forest childcare sessions play a vital role in supporting children’s learning and development across the Early Years Foundation Stage. Through regular, well-planned outdoor experiences, children are encouraged to explore the natural environment, developing curiosity, confidence, and a positive attitude towards learning.

Forest childcare supports all seven areas of the EYFS. Children strengthen their physical development through climbing, balancing, and active play, while also building communication and language skills through shared exploration, storytelling, and discussion. Outdoor learning provides rich opportunities for personal, social and emotional development, helping children to develop independence, resilience, cooperation, and self-confidence as they learn to assess risk and solve problems safely.

Our sessions are carefully structured and led by trained practitioners, with robust risk assessments and clear safety procedures in place. Activities are purposeful and linked to our curriculum intent, ensuring learning is meaningful, inclusive, and accessible for all children. Through observation and assessment, staff build on children’s interests to support progress and prepare them for the next stage of their learning journey.