Programs Details

Nature Exploration

Objective: Connect children with nature to foster environmental awareness, sustainability, and healthy living.

Ofsted Focus: Understanding the World.

Class Experience

Gardening and forest school sessions immerse children in nature, teaching them about the environment in an interactive and engaging way. Activities like planting seeds, watering plants, and observing their growth allow children to experience the life cycle of plants firsthand, instilling responsibility and patience. Guided nature walks provide opportunities to discover local flora and fauna, fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity.

Outdoor play includes unstructured exploration and activities like building natural structures, climbing, and exploring textures in nature. Environmental projects such as composting, recycling, and building bird feeders introduce sustainability concepts in a tangible way. Seasonal activities, such as leaf collecting in autumn or planting bulbs in spring, connect children to the changing rhythms of nature, enriching their understanding of the world around them.

Why This Class?‍

Connecting with nature nurtures environmental awareness, sustainability, and healthy habits. It teaches children to appreciate and care for the world around them.

What They Will Do

• Plant seeds and watch them grow, learning about the life cycle of plants.
• Take guided nature walks to explore local flora and fauna.
• Build with natural materials during outdoor play.
• Participate in projects like composting and recycling.
• Observe seasonal changes with activities like leaf collecting and butterfly watching.