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Forest School

What is Forest School?

It is an approach to learning and development in all areas, run by trained Forest School Leaders. Their aim is for participants to enjoy their experiences, to improve their knowledge and wellbeing within an outdoor setting, as a valued member of a community. Children are encouraged to learn through play in a woodland setting, enabling them to develop their problem solving skills, manage their risk taking and embark on a wild journey of exploration!

We provide taster sessions and repeat sessions for schools and community groups.

Our facilitators are Level 3 Forest School practitioners, experienced in running regular Forest School sessions with Early Years through to Primary-aged children. Contact us to discuss ideas and we will develop a programme to suit your aims and budget! If your school grounds are suitable, we can come to you. Alternatively we also have a range of local nature sites throughout Cheshire.

Wild Schools

What is Wild Schools?

Wild schools is a variety of curriculum linked nature based activities. We can mix and match the sessions to suit your needs (available topics are listed below). All sessions draw on different learning methods, incorporating learner exclusivity. Activities range from games, art, group fun, individual reflection and practical tasks and much more. All follow a nature based theme and are often dependant upon the seasons.

We can deliver these sessions on suitable school grounds, or at a countryside site or greenspace near you with landowner permission (we will collaborate with you on assessing suitability)we can work with several classes per day or run an all day experience for one class. Please get in touch for more information on how we can tailor a session to fit your needs.

Suitable for early years, KS1, KS2

Pond/Stream Life Safari

Using pond nets, trays and a good pair of wellies. Pupils will discover what minibeasts lurk in the depths of our ponds and streams. In this session children can learn all about adaptations, habitats, life cycles and food chains.

Encouraging them to ask questions about this mysterious watery world.

(comparing habitats session)

Beach Safari

Visit the beach and explore the wonders of the coast to learn about it's wildlife and plants. Find mermaid’s purses, crab shells and other magical items. Make sand sculptures and delve into the estuary sediments to find shrimps and worms whilst mud dipping.

(comparing habitats sessions)

Wild English

Wildlife and nature can really bring language to life. From sharing adjectives to describe the species we see, to learning wonderful facts about wildlife names, Wild English can only spell wonder and fun for your class. We finish this session by working together to make a wild story based on what we've learned. We will leave you perfectly placed to kick-start your own nature basedliteracy project.

Minibeast Safari

Using sweep nets, beating trays and keen observation skills we find an abundance of minibeasts in a variety of habitats. This activity helps pupils recognise different types of insects and the importance of mini beasts in the environment, looking at physical adaptations, life cycles and food chains.

(comparing habitat session)

Creatures of the Night

In this session pupils will discover some of the mysteries surrounding the creatures of the night. Activities include learning about Barn Owls and their adaptations, dissecting their pellets. Playing a bat and moth eco location game, and making nocturnal themed art..

Wild Maths

This activity is the perfect response to "We'll never use that in really life!" During Wild Maths we will be using maths for real world applications, such as calculating the area of our reserve, tallying up the plants we find in a meadow and working out the age or volume of a tree. Natural places create the perfect setting to get creative with calculations and maybe even get artistic with algebra.

Woodland Safari

Explore the secrets of trees. Learn how to identify differences between trees throughout the season, looking at buds, leaves and seed pods. Work out how old and tall a tree is. Discover its relationship with other wildlife, by performing your own ecological survey in its branches and on the forest floor.

(comparing habitat session)

Wild Art

We don’t need paper and pens to get artistic in the outdoors. Discover natural materials, to create imaginative and unique works of art. Use the colours of the seasons to learn about nature and seasonal changes. Be inspired by famous environmental artists and see if you can create a natural masterpiece

Sensational Seeds

Your class will learn all about how plants reproduce, including how they shed their seeds. learn why sycamore helicopters spin, balsams explode, dandelions drift and burs cling. Pupils learn about the importance and diversity of seeds, and the role they play in the food chain. The children will hunt for seeds and learn the ways in which they are dispersed

(Autumn term)

Therapeutic Gardening

What is therapeutic gardening?

Therapeutic gardening uses gardening activities to support mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Rooted in evidence-based practice, it offers a gentle, nature-connected way to build resilience, confidence, and community

At NBCCIC, therapeutic gardening is more than planting seeds, it's about nurturing wellbeing, connection, and resilience through meaningful engagement with nature. We are available to deliver a suite of sessions in local community gardens, providing experiences for a wide range of participants.

We design our sessions to be inclusive, supporting mental, emotional, and physical health in ways that feel safe, empowering, and accessible. Whether you're gently tending raised beds, growing your own food, exploring sensory planting, or simply finding calm in a green space, therapeutic gardening offers:

• Emotional grounding through rhythm, routine, and connection to the seasons

• Confidence and communication through shared tasks and social interaction

• Resilience and recovery through nature-based activities that foster agency and hope

• Practical skills that build independence, curiosity, and a sense of achievement

Our approach is shaped by lived experience, community voice, and a commitment to inclusive wellbeing. Every session is co-created to meet the needs of participants.