Forest School
At Lea and Garsdon School, we are lucky enough to be able to take our children to a local Forest School, Dinky Donkeys here in Malmesbury.
Children attend sessions throughout the Key stages, making sure that each child will experience this a least twice throughout their time here at Lea and Garsdon School. We are very grateful that we are able to expand this to more classes with the support of our wonderful PTFA, and our parent/staff volunteers who help transport the children to the site one afternoon a week.
Forest School is a child-centred learning process, providing learner inspired, hands-on experiences in the natural environment. It's creative and can increase a child's confidence as they problem-solve and learn to manage risks. Forest School encourages children to explore the natural environment and learn in it. This is an exciting opportunity which aims to give the children some or all of the following benefits:
An engaging outdoor environment
Increased motivation
Increased confidence
Improved mental and physical health
Opportunities to try and develop new skills
Hands on learning and practical activities
Children get to work with tools, make dens, and learn about the nature around them which all helps to build their self confidence. The photos show some of what we have been up to in 2024.
