An education for life

Slide 1
Welcome to

Manor House Forest School

In 7 acres of magical woodland

Slide 1
Welcome to

Manor House Forest School

In 7 acres of magical woodland

Welcome to

Manor House Forest School

We are an outdoor educational forest school provider following a Scandinavian concept of embracing the outdoors, giving children, young people and adults a wonderful and rare opportunity to enjoy nature in our safe, secure, and hands-on woodland environment, all year round.

We offer forest school sessions to a wide range of groups such as primary, secondary and SEND schools, colleges, youth groups, adult groups, nurture groups & nurseries.

Weekly sessions or day trips (planned and guided by our fully qualified forest school practitioners) can be booked at our 7-acre facility,

Parents can also book their children (aged 4-11) into our holiday club.

Forest School develops a deep and lasting connection with nature and, at its core, improves emotional and mental health, social and physical skills.

Holiday Club

Our Forest School offers children holistic learning opportunities, and is particularly effective at promoting children's personal, social and emotional development.
Holiday Club

Group Sessions

Our Forest School offers a wide range of sessions. The outdoor experiences can be adapted to suit a wide range of needs.
Sessions

Our Woodland Site

Our woodland site is surrounded by open pasture with a mixture of mature trees and newer growth and an abundance of wildlife.

Meet the Team

We are an independent family run business with years of knowledge & experience in the childcare industry.

What makes Manor House different?

Since opening our first nursery in 2008, Ofsted have rated us outstanding in all areas!

The Benefits

What children learn at
'Manor House Forest School'

Motivation &
Concentration

In the woodland environment, children's learning is based on their own interests and curiosity. This intrinsic motivation supports children's level of engagement and supports their desire to learn, now and in the future.

Self-esteem &
Confidence

Visiting the woodland gives children opportunities to develop a 'can do' attitude. Trying new things and having time for free play and exploration develops children's positive feelings about themselves and their capabilities.

Language &
Communication

Spending time outdoors offers ample opportunity for new vocabulary to be introduced. Forest School activities give children time to interact with other children outside of a school environment and practice communication skills.

Knowledge &
Understanding

Regular visits to the woodland gives children opportunities to observe changes in the environment. Having direct, hands on experience with plants and wildlife fosters children's connection with nature, supporting them to become our planet's next protectors.

Social
Skills

Spending time in the outdoor environments supports children to manage and develop relationships with children and adults. Have time to work in groups and negotiate supports the development of emotional literacy.

Physical
Skills

Outdoor play supports children's fine and gross motor skills. They have opportunities to move and play physically - picking up small items from the ground, sorting, spinning, climbing and digging etc.