Looking for some fun activities to do with conkers? Look no further! We’ve got more than 20 great ideas for you right here. Whether you’re looking for ways to use them in a race or relay, or just want some gross motor skill ideas, we’ve got you covered. So grab those conkers and let’s get…
Let’s start with some basics. So, what is a forest school? In short, it is an outdoor classroom where students spend time learning in nature. But there’s so much more to it than that! These unique schools offer countless benefits that traditional classrooms just can’t match. For one, forest schools provide an opportunity for students…
It’s nearly half term already, and we’re putting away the thermals in anticipation of better weather… although it might be a bit soon for that! Here’s what we’ve been reading, watching and listening to this month. Listen Kristen RB Peterson of Learning Wild has a podcast, and while this is an episode from December, I…
What’s it like being in outdoor education at the moment? We wanted to find out more about what the situation is for Forest School practitioners and those working with groups of children to bring nature to the classroom in all the different ways that happens. Sylva Foundation did a survey of practitioners in 2018 but…
The Kingslea annual Fireworks night is back! On Thursday 4th November, 5:30–7:30pm. Jon will be at Kingslea Fireworks Night manning the stall for toasted marshmallows! Come and join him around the fire and get your bonfire snacks. Organised by KLASS, the Kingslea PTA, this year there will be a quiet display at 6:15pm, before the…
On Tuesday, 4 May 2021, Jon will be leading a Zoom learning session for the Sussex Forest School Association at 7.30pm. This is part of their online events series for 2021, where forest school leaders share their areas of expertise. As Jon spent many years sailing professionally and then working in a chandlery, he’s got…