I'm a level 3 forestry school practitioner who enjoys exploring nature through all seasons. This role lets me experience fresh air and new challenges while sharing my enthusiasm with children outside the classroom. I believe every day is a learning opportunity—I'm constantly growing alongside the kids, who teach me as much as I teach them.
As a forest school support, I love being in nature and discovering new things outdoors. I enjoy watching children build confidence and learning alongside them.
Tutbury Pre-School has been dedicated to providing quality education to students. We started our forest school this Easter and it has had a massive impact on our children. In our leavers questionnaire parents stated that they rated forested school lesson 9 out of 10.
Our faculty consists of experienced educators and professionals who are passionate about their fields and committed to providing the best possible education to our students. We carefully select our staff members based on their expertise, teaching experience, and dedication to their craft.
Forestry school emphasizes recognising individuals beyond their academic abilities and supports mental health and wellbeing. Modern life can often centre on achieving specific goals, leading to various pressures as children develop. Forestry school incorporates play as an important element for learning, wellbeing, and child development, and encourages self-awareness and understanding of one’s role in the surrounding environment. Reflection and enjoyment are integral parts of the approach.
Engaged and interested children have opportunities to enhance their capacity for learning. As A.A. Milne notes, “we didn’t know we were making memories we just knew we were having fun.” Sessions observe development across social, physical, intellectual, communication, emotional, and spiritual areas.
The programme aims to foster a supportive community that reinforces skills extending beyond preschool years. Exploring the natural world is included in the curriculum, with an emphasis on environmental conservation for future generations. In line with David Eddings' view: “no one will protect what they don’t care about, and no one will care about what they have never experienced.”