Our Philosophy
We believe in the transformative power of nature. Our philosophy centers on child-led exploration, where every session is a discovery of the woodland's wonders. We foster a deep connection with the environment through play, encouraging children to learn at their own pace in a safe, organic setting.
What to expect
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Child-led play
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imaginative woodland
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craft activities
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cooking on the fire
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fire skills
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building knowledge of
flora & fauna -
hammocks/ropes ...and much MORE!
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Nature Crafts
We use natural materials to create meaningful art, fostering creativity and an appreciation for the forest's raw beauty.
Discover the hidden world of the forest through observation, sparking curiosity and a deep respect for local wildlife.
Bug Hunting
Den Building
Children learn essential skills through collaborative play, building shelters that teach resilience and teamwork.
Fire Skills
We encourage independent discovery, allowing children to navigate the woodland at their own pace and pace.
Our Sessions
Tots stay and play sessions
Wednesday (TERM TIME ONLY)
9:30-11:30am
booked via bookwhen
Arrive & Discover
We’ll begin by taking a little walk around together and introducing the activities and opportunities available that day. These may include tool work, den building, nature crafts, fire lighting, exploring the woodland or imaginative play.
Explore, Play & Share Ideas
Then it’s time to explore! Children can choose what catches their interest, follow their curiosity and share their own ideas. There will be plenty of time for free play, discovering nature, creating, building, collecting and enjoying the outdoors with friends.
Our sessions are child-led, giving children the freedom to make choices and follow their own interests, with gentle encouragement and support from adults. Choice and free play are central to the Forest School approach.
Parents and carers are welcome to get involved and support their child’s adventures, or simply sit back and watch the magic unfold while staying close by to supervise and keep them safe.
Fire Circle, Snack & Songs
Towards the end of our session, we’ll gather everyone back together around the fire pit. We’ll enjoy a fire-side snack, sing some songs together and take a little time to come back together as a group.
Home Time
After our final songs and a little goodbye, it’s time to head home, hopefully with muddy boots, happy faces and lots of stories to tell!
Safety Guidelines
For the safety of all children, we ask that you keep your child within sight at all times. Please review our forest rules with them before arrival to ensure a safe and joyful experience.
What to Wear
We recommend comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing. Please ensure your child wears sturdy footwear suitable for woodland exploration and is dressed in layers to stay warm and dry.
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Layers!
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appropriate outdoor clothing
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waterproofs
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bring a spare change of clothes
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bring a spare pair of outdoor
footwear - wellies advisable! -
a coat, hat & gloves in colder
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Location
Higlins Piece, Calverton Road, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes, MK11 1LE
The site is a meadow with sheep, the forest school is up in the corner.
There are 2 access points
1. From Calverton road What3 Words:
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Follow the Alley way to the gate of the site
2. Park at Calverton road CARPARK (Mortimer park)
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Walk back up to the site : ///spins.seashell.costumed
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Explore the vibrant world of Little Branches Forest School through our children's eyes. From bug hunting to den building, we invite you to witness the magic of nature play.
