#forestschool
November 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM
This was last week at Forest School! A new group, and new challenges! Tool work, team games and lots of fun! 💜🪵🪾🌳🔥💜 #ForestSchool #LearningOutsideTheClassroom #Skills #OutdoorLife
October 21, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Make a conker streamer by threading and decorating conkers to create a colourful autumn craft that combines creativity, movement and natural materials. Find out how on The Outdoor Hub 🧡

#autumnactivities #forestschool #muddyfaces
October 13, 2026 at 8:41 AM
🚌🎶 Singing, smiles and a forest full of adventures! 🌳

Our Oaks children loved their trip to Salcey Forest this week. The excitement started on the minibus, with lots of renditions of The Wheels on the Bus, before a day of exploring with Donna and Gemma. 💚 🌿

#ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning
October 12, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Our founder Liz Edward’s shares why Forest School Day is so important 💚

#muddyfaces #meetthemaker #femalefounder #forestschoolday #forestschool
October 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Happy Forest School Day!

Today we're celebrating Forest School and everyone helping children learn, play and connect with nature outdoors.

Explore free Forest School resources, activities, guidance & inspiration:
muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #ForestSchoolDay #OutdoorLearning
October 9, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Forest School Principle 6

Forest School uses a range of learner-centred processes to create a community for development and learning.

Download our Forest School Principles flyer:
muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples #OutdoorLearning
October 8, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Forest School Principle 5

Forest School is run by qualified Forest School practitioners who continuously maintain and develop their professional practice.

Download our Forest School Principles flyer:
muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples #OutdoorLearning
October 6, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Woodworking in Forest School
Tool use & woodworking are an important part of many FF programmes, helping children develop practical skills, confidence & independence through hands-on learning.
Explore our Forest School woodwork favourites:
muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/woodwor...

#ForestSchool #EYwoodwork
October 5, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Benefits of Forest School

Healthier bodies. Healthier minds. Healthier environments. Healthier futures. Healthier communities.

#ForestSchool supports children to be happy, healthy & thriving through regular opportunities for child-led outdoor play & learning.

muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...
October 2, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Forest School Principle 4

Forest School offers learners the opportunity to take supported risks appropriate to the environment and to themselves.

Download our Forest School Principles flyer:
muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples #OutdoorLearning
October 1, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Getting ready for Forest School?

Explore Forest School kit lists shared by practitioners, and guidance on tools, tool use and practical outdoor skills.

• Kit lists: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...
• Forest School Tools: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #EYwoodwork
September 29, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Forest School Principle 3

Forest School aims to promote the holistic development of all those involved, fostering resilient, confident, independent and creative learners.

Download our Forest School Principles flyer: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples
September 28, 2026 at 7:01 AM
The unexplored relationships between forest schools and climate change: the parental perspective
Moriya Netzer, Dafna Gan & Ofira Ayalon
2921-2942 | DOI: 10.1080/13504622.2025.2471425
#forestschool #climatechange #parentalchoice #environmentalattitude #SDG4 #qualityeducation

doi.org/10.1080/1350...
September 28, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Forest School is back this Wednesday!

We’re delighted to have Land & Leaf Collective joining us again at Hillside Garden for a fun-filled afternoon outdoors! 🌿

📅 This Wednesday, 30th September
⏰ 4:00–6:00pm
📍 Hillside Garden

#ForestSchool #LandAndLeafCollective #FNZ #CIN #NatureExploration
September 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM
🌰 Conkers often capture children's interest in Forest School sessions at this time of year.

Our Conker Clamp range makes it easier and safer to drill, thread & create with conkers.

Wooden Clamp muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/product...
Mushroom Clamp muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/product...

#ForestSchool #Conkers
September 25, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Forest School Principle 2
FS takes place in a woodland or natural wooded environment to support the development of a relationship between the learner and the natural world.

Download our Forest School Principles flyer:
muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples
September 24, 2026 at 7:15 AM
🌱 And they’re off! 🌱

Our new cohort has started their #ForestSchoolLeader journey this week - learning why #ForestSchool is about so much more than simply being outdoors.

Time, space, freedom, curiosity, supported risk and learning to step back, listen and trust.

Welcome, Larch cohort!
September 18, 2026 at 11:01 AM
What does Forest School look like through a child's eyes?
This article shares children's own words and observations from Forest School sessions, revealing the rich learning that can emerge through time spent outdoors.
muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

#ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #ChildLedLearning
September 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM
🌰 Conkers often capture children's interest in Forest School sessions at this time of year.
From nature exploration and creative making to maths, games and seasonal discoveries, explore our collection of conker-inspired ideas:
muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/i...

#ForestSchool #Conkers #OutdoorLearning
September 17, 2026 at 7:01 AM
🍂 October Half-Term Forest School Holiday Club bookings are now open! 🌲
Fresh air, woodland adventures, nature crafts & outdoor fun at:
Salcey Forest
Cold Harbour
and Emberton.
Ages 3-12 (site dependent).
Book using the link in our bio! 🍁
#ForestSchool #NaturePlay
September 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Coming soon! Dirty Play by Alexia Barrable 📖

This groundbreaking book makes the scientific case for letting children get gloriously, beneficially dirty.

Learn more and preorder your copy ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/4b78cw68

#rewildingchildhood #forestschool #natureconnection #microbiome
September 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Autumn Crafts & Forest School are coming to back!

🎨 Autumn Crafts with Elbow Room
📅 Tuesday 23rd September, 4:00–5:30pm, Hillside Garden
🌳 Forest School with Land & Leaf Collective
📅 Tuesday 30th September, 4:00–6:00pm, Hillside Garden

#FNZ #CIN #ForestSchool #ElbowRoom #LandAndLeafCollective
September 9, 2026 at 8:30 AM
🌿 This month we're focusing on Forest School.

In this month's newsletter, Liz Edwards, founder of Muddy Faces, reflects on Forest School, child-led learning, and the role of nature, play & exploration in children's development.

muddyfaces.co.uk/news/forest-...

#ForestSchool
September 7, 2026 at 12:17 PM
🍂 Autumn is arriving at Salcey Forest! 🍂
Join our Tots Stay 'n' Play sessions for woodland adventures, nature crafts, bug hunting and seasonal discoveries. Perfect for little explorers aged 1-4 and their parent or carer.

🍁 Hot chocolate included!

🔗 Link in bio

#ForestSchool #NaturePlay #AutumnFun
September 4, 2026 at 12:02 PM