Seedlings Nature Stay and Play Under 8's

These weekly sessions are for families with young children and babies, to spend time in nature, using the senses to explore the woodland and use natural materials in play. All sessions are rooted in forest school principles and slow pedagogy.

Sessions take place in a beautiful quiet woodland at the care home. Parents, including first time expectant parents, can connect with others at the same stages of parenting and take time to talk and share in facilitated talking circles. Throughout sessions parents and children take part in seasonal creative activities that follow the nature connection pathway, supporting mindfulness, and learning techniques that can be used to support mental well-being outside of sessions. Each session follows a rhythm of activity; learning seasonal stories and songs that support early communication skills. We follow the first 2000 days framework to support parents to learn different ways to support all areas of their child’s development. The sessions are particularly suited to neurodivergent parents and those who feel anxious to join large groups.

Each week we offer natural crafts and messy play in the mud kitchen . Den building and tree climbing are always available.There is time for relaxation in our hammocks and quiet areas for reading with your child. We share snacks around the log circle, tell stories, sing songs and reflect on our time in nature.

Through regular weekly sessions we aim to create a community group, developing friendships and sharing ideas, skills and knowledge.

These sessions are funded through The National Lottery Community Fund, meaning we are able to offer a four tier pricing system, allowing us to continue making Forest School accessible for all.

Unwaged ticket - for those receiving benefits, free school meals and students.
Low-wage ticket - for those that are on minimum wage, single parent families and those that frequently stress about meeting financial needs.
Standard ticket - for those who are financially secure and are able to cover the cost of attending the sessions.
Supporter ticket - for those who are able to pay a higher price to help fund a place.

Tiered tickets are booked on a trust based system, meaning families can choose the ticket that best reflects their circumstances with honesty and respect, so everyone can access our sessions fairly.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A 48 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY IN PLACE - YOU MUST GIVE US 48 HOURS IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CANCEL YOUR PLACE, OTHERWISE YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A REFUND AND THE TICKET WILL BE PAID FORWARD TO ANOTHER FAMILY.