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Forest School

Our Outdoor Classroom
Forest Schools originated in Scandinavia in the 1950’s and were built around the importance of outdoor education in enabling the holistic development of every child. What makes Forest Schools different from other styles of outdoor learning is the importance placed on children’s natural curiosity, independence, risk taking and at the centre of all this, their self-esteem.
Forest Schools are based on a child-led approach to learning which enables children to feel empowered by allowing them to take ownership of their own learning.  It has been built on the premise of providing children with the opportunity to learn through real life experiences which are relevant to them.
Old Church has a well established ‘Forest School’ with three qualified Forest School leaders. This year we will be continuing to embed Forest School sessions into the curriculum; providing all children with the opportunity to attend at least two weeks’ worth of sessions.
This is a fantastic opportunity for our children as they will be learning many skills that cannot be taught in a classroom. The Forest School approach is now being used in many schools across the country and has been praised for the positive effect it has had on children’s development and learning in all areas of the curriculum.
These sessions will be outdoors, so we ask that when your child is selected you ensure that they are dressed appropriately for the weather
Your child will need:
  • A complete change of clothes; this includes socks and underwear
  • Wellington boots
  • Gloves (not mittens)
  • Hat and scarf
The school will provide all weather suits to ensure that the children are kept dry in all conditions.
We hope that your child will enjoy attending these sessions and that they will be eager to share their experiences with you.
Forest School Leaders: Billy, Lizzy and Lydia.
Old Church Nursery School, Walter Terrace, off Bromley Street, London E1 0RJ
​Tel: 020 7790 2824    email: admin@oldchurch.towerhamlets.sch.uk
  • Home
    • Welcome from Headteacher
    • School Calendar
    • Term Dates 2020-2021
  • News
    • News Blog
    • Newsletters
  • Our Nursery
    • Our Vision
    • Our Policies
    • Early Years Pupil Premium
    • Our Staff Team
    • Our Governors
    • Parent Governor Elections
    • Our Classes
    • Two Year Old Provision
    • Our Outside Areas
    • Our History
    • Fundraising
    • Extended Hours Provision
    • Special Needs
    • Equalities
    • Rights Respecting School
    • OFSTED
  • EYFS Curriculum
    • Curriculum Statement
    • Areas of Learning >
      • Personal Social & Emotional Development
      • Physical Development
      • Communication & Language
      • Literacy
      • Mathematics
      • Understanding the World
      • Expressive Arts & Design
    • Learning Gallery >
      • Spring Songbook 2021
      • Christmas Songs 2020
      • Our Diwali Celebrations November 2020
      • Autumn Songs 2020
      • Children's Gallery
      • Our Nativity Play Songs 2019
      • Falconry UK visit 2019
      • Owl Babies
      • Autumn Term Songs 2019
      • Language Groups
      • Summer Term Songs 2019
      • Butterflies
      • Creating Pictures on the Computer
      • Minibeast Songs
      • Using the Soft Play Equipment
      • Building the Great Wall of China
      • Chinese New Year Parade 2019
      • Birds of Prey Visit 2018
      • International Fairy Day 2018
      • Woodwork Project
      • Caterpillars
  • Our Prospectus
    • Admissions
    • Enrolling in Primary School
    • Attendance and Illness
    • Children's Safety at Nursery
    • Clothing
    • Organisation of the Nursery
    • The Nursery Day
    • Your Child's Learning
    • School Meals and Food
    • Extended Holidays
    • Celebrations and Festivals
    • Birthdays
    • Outings
    • School Travel Plan
    • Students
  • Parents & Families
    • Letters to Parents
    • Parent & Family Workshops
    • Information Leaflets
    • Parent Voice Feedback
    • Childcare Choices
    • Parental Involvement
    • Transition from Home to Nursery
    • Transition from Nursery to School
    • Settling In
    • Useful Website LInks
  • Contact us
  • THINC
    • What is THINC?
    • THINC Inclusion Support
    • Thinc Brochure
    • Thinc Website
  • Forest School
    • About Forest School
    • Forest School Gallery
  • Home Learning Resources
  • Support During Covid 19
  • Zoom Sessions
  • Christmas Songs Videos
  • Story Videos