Come and join our warm welcoming forest school group that supports parents and their children under 5. We meet each week in the beautiful tranquil Secret Garden, Fishbourne for 1 hour 45 minutes of well-being and outdoor play!
Our sessions provide a supportive environment for young children and parents. Sessions have woodland activities themed around a story, season and nature with lots of opportunities for child-led play. Children may go bug hunting, make a delicious mud pie in the mud kitchen, pond dip in the stream, learn how to safely use simple tools, hang out in the hammock or laugh on the rope swing.
What is forest school ?
Forest school takes place outdoors in wild/wooded areas and encourages children to follow their own interests and curiosities in nature. This encourages a deep learning, builds confidence, resilience and self esteem, language skills and social skills. Our group provides a safe space for parents to meet for support and family play.
As a recognised Forest Schools Provider our sessions are led by trained forest school leaders with high ratios of staff to children.
What parents say about our sessions
"Love it, love it, love it! My 3 and 1 year old really enjoy Forest School (and so do I). Everyone is friendly and it feels safe, yet free range. Worth every penny, I highly recommend it. It’s helped encourage me to get the kids outside more, helped to come up with ideas to play and made us that little bit more outdoorsy 😊" Nicola July 2019
"Absolutely incredible forest school. Highly recommend." Sophie
Sessions are run by Chichester Forest School CIC's level 3 forest school leaders. All staff and volunteers have enhanced DBS checks.
5 star food hygiene rating
Parking.
You can park in the Woolpack Inn pub car park which is a minute's walk from the garden. We will meet you at the car park and walk round.
The Woolpack Inn, 71 Fishbourne Rd West, Fishbourne, Chichester PO19 3JJ
Please phone us if you need directions 01243 680270 or email info@chichesterforestschools.com
What can/can't I bring to the event?
It is advisable for children to wear long sleeved tops and trousers with enclosed footwear - wellies are perfect if it is wet.
It can be cool so bring an extra layer for yourself and child is advisable. Water proof coat and trousers are advised for wet weather.
The site is accessible by pushchair if a smaller sibling is coming along too. Under 18 months are free. We often have small... [Read more]
Parking.
You can park in the Woolpack Inn pub car park which is a minute's walk from the garden. We will meet you at the car park and walk round.
The Woolpack Inn, 71 Fishbourne Rd West, Fishbourne, Chichester PO19 3JJ
Please phone us if you need directions 01243 680270 or email info@chichesterforestschools.com
What can/can't I bring to the event?
It is advisable for children to wear long sleeved tops and trousers with enclosed footwear - wellies are perfect if it is wet.
It can be cool so bring an extra layer for yourself and child is advisable. Water proof coat and trousers are advised for wet weather.
The site is accessible by pushchair if a smaller sibling is coming along too. Under 18 months are free. We often have small siblings from babies upward.
Please bring drinks and snacks for the morning.
We have a composting toilet and baby change facilities.
No dogs.
Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please email info@chichesterforestschools.com
Please come in old clothes that you don't mind getting dirty and dressed for the weather, Long trousers and long sleeves are recommended and enclosed sturdy shoes/boots to protect from prickles.
Parking :
You can park in the Woolpack Inn pub car park which is a minute's walk from the garden. We will meet you at the car park and walk round.
The Woolpack Inn, 71 Fishbourne Rd West, Fishbourne, Chichester PO19 3JJ
Please phone us if you need directions 01243 680270.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
It is advisable for children to wear long sleeved tops and trousers with enclosed footwear - wellies are perfect if it is wet.
It can be cool so bring an extra layer for yourself and child is advisable. Water proof coat and trousers are advised for wet weather.
The site is accessible by pushchair if a smaller sibling is coming along too. Under 18 months are free. We often have small siblings from babies upward.
Please bring drinks and snacks for the morning.
We will be doing drinks and snacks for adults too. Please bring a cup, plate and cutlery.
We have a composting toilet and baby change facilities.
No dogs.
Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
email info@chichesterforestschools.com
| Cost | ||
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child ticket accompanied by adult
Course ticket - for all 7 dates.
First child accompanied by an adult
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£84.00 | |
sibling ticket over 18months
Course ticket - for all 7 dates.
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£70.00 | |
sibling under 18 months |
£0.00Free | |
Taster ticket
1 available
Come along and see what it’s all about
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£12.00 |
The Secret garden, Fishbourne Main Road, Fishbourne. PO19 3JJ