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The 6 Principles of Forest School

The Long-Term Principle

Forest School is a long-term process of frequent and regular sessions in this woodland environment, rather than a one-off visit. Planning, adaptation, observations and reviewing are integral elements of Forest School.

The Holistic Learning Principle

Forest School aims to promote the holistic development of all those involved, fostering resilient, confident, independent and creative learners.

The Nature Principle

Forest School takes place in a woodland or natural wooded environment to support the development of a relationship between the learner and the natural world.

The Leadership Principle

Forest School is run by qualified Practitioners who continuously maintain and develop their professional Practice.

The Risk Principle

Forest School offers learners the opportunity to take supported risks appropriate to the environment and to themselves.

The Community Principle

At Forest School we develop a community of learning and development. Play, choice, observation and reflection are Integral in scaffolding children’s learning.

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