Curriculum - Forest School

At Seamer and Irton CP School, our Forest School is closely aligned with the origins of natural learning, as promoted by The ‘National Association for Environmental Education’ (2017). Wherever possible, we use natural resources found in our environment to approach objectives via direct, hands-on experiences and practical activities.

Our Forest School provides activities that support and utilise cross-curricular teaching through the exploration of our outdoor environment. We recognise that nature is one of our greatest teachers; one that encourages child-led learning, prompted by natural visual and sensory experiences.

Our Forest School aims to foster a love of nature and an appreciation of our environment. Through forest school, we aim to equip pupils with the skills and knowledge they need to make the world a better place through developing their understanding of the importance of looking after our planet and the steps they can take to protect it. Forest school aims to maximise learning for all pupils, regardless of their ability or learning needs.