Woodland areas
The Shelter
Our shelter is a versatile, cosy, and inviting space designed to support a wide range of experience for young children in all seasons. It is set within a calm area of the outdoor environment, and it provides essential protection from the elements while maintaining a strong connection to nature.
The shelter is used as a gathering place for
Our shelter is a versatile, cosy, and inviting space designed to support a wide range of experience for young children in all seasons. It is set within a calm area of the outdoor environment, and it provides essential protection from the elements while maintaining a strong connection to nature.
The shelter is used as a gathering place for meal times and snacks, were the children can sit together at wooden tables and benches, fostering social interation and independance. A safe, enclosed log burner provides gentle warmth during the colder months, creating a homely atmosphere and comforting space for children to warm up after active play outdoor play.
Inside, the shelter also offers soft furnishings, cushions, and blankets for quiet time and nap time, allowing children to rest and self-regulate as needed. The area can be transformed to support learning experiences such as storytelling, mark making, small world play, and nature investigations, making it a dynamic part of the outdoor learning environment.
This multifunctional space promotes wellbeing, nurtures curiosity, and encourages a sense of belonging, making it a valued part of the daily routine in the early years setting.
Base Camp
Our base camp is the heart of our Woodland setting - a safe, welcoming, and inspiring space where children can explore, learn, and grow through play and discovery. Nestled among 2 mature Sycamore trees, it offers open-ended opportunities across all areas of learning and development.
Natural resources and loose parts support creativity and
Our base camp is the heart of our Woodland setting - a safe, welcoming, and inspiring space where children can explore, learn, and grow through play and discovery. Nestled among 2 mature Sycamore trees, it offers open-ended opportunities across all areas of learning and development.
Natural resources and loose parts support creativity and imaginative play, while log circles and mud kitchens encourage communication, teamwork, and physical development. Literacy and numeracy are woven in to daily experiences, such as stories telling or counting natural objects during exploration. Spaces for quiet reflection, mark-making, and inquiry-based learning nurture curiosity, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
reading Area
A peaceful reading corner within the base camp, with a couch and cushions, blankets and a basket of books, it offers a quiet space for children to enjoy stories, reflect, and unwind in the heart of the forest, making it a nurturing environment that compliments the adventurous spirit of outdoor learning.
Mud Kitchen
Mud Kitchen
The mud kitchen in the base camp area is a lively, hands-on space where children can mix, pour, and create using mud, water, and other natural ingredients. Equipped with pots, pans, utensils, and wooden surfaces, it encourages imaginative play, sensory exploration, and collaborative learning in a a rich, outdoor environment.
The Forest
Mud Kitchen
The Forest
Set within a stunning 20-acre forest estate, this forest school setting offers a rich and dynamic environment for children to explore, learn, and play. It features an exciting selection of swings, including rope swings, ladders, and platform styles -which promote physical strength, coordination, and sensory engagement.
At the heart of th
Set within a stunning 20-acre forest estate, this forest school setting offers a rich and dynamic environment for children to explore, learn, and play. It features an exciting selection of swings, including rope swings, ladders, and platform styles -which promote physical strength, coordination, and sensory engagement.
At the heart of the space is a central fire pit, offering a cosy gathering point for storytelling, warmth, and shared learning around fire safety and outdoor cooking.
Encircling the area are rich zones of exploration, brimming with logs, natural treasures, and open-ended materials. These elements spark curiosity, invite imaginative play, and encourage children to take thoughtful risks and make discoveries in their natural environment. Children can enjoy open areas for free play, climb trees to build confidence and coordination, and explore a flowing stream - perfect for discovering wildlife and enaging in sensory experiences. This natural setting inspires curiosity, resilience, and a deep connection to the outdoors.