Class 4 have thoroughly enjoyed their forest schools learning. The children have enjoyed learning outside in the school environment and learning all about forest schools.  The children have had the opportunity to develop life skills such as independence, self awareness and social communication skills as well as build their self-esteem and confidence.

Here are a few of the activities that we have taken part in.

Art – Andy Goldsworthy: Twig Towers

Art – Jackson Pollock: Splatter Painting

Art: David Hockney: Observational drawings of winter trees

Art: Anthony Gormley: Clay Faces

Science: Identifying signs of spring

Science: Naming and identifying trees

Science: Bug hunting

Geography: Weather

Design and Technology: Baking, Whittling Sticks and Journey Sticks

We also enjoyed having hot chocolate and toasting Marshmellows on the fire.