Forest School sessions at St Oswald’s take place in our very own woodland, Knuzwood. We are proud to offer a child-centred and holistic learning approach where children learn through play and exploration. Forest School is an inspirational process that allows our children to develop their confidence through regular opportunities to achieve. It is a process that encourages children to become comfortable with the outdoor environment whilst in familiar surroundings. 

Children learn about the natural environment, how to handle risks, co-operate with others and to use their own initiative to solve problems. During sessions, children will be given the opportunity to build shelters, light fires and use green woodworking skills to create and build natural items. They will use full size tools, learn the boundaries of both physical and social behaviour, establish and grow in confidence, self-esteem and motivation. 



Mrs Stout and Miss Celli are fully qualified Level 3 practitioners and lead sessions throughout the year. All children have the opportunity to experience blocks of sessions during every season. They are supported by Mrs Feehan (Level 2 practitioner) and a team of other supporting adults. 

Here are a few quotes from the children about their sessions...

“I love learning new skills with the tools to make different things.”

“Forest School is my FAVOURITE time of the week!”

“My favourite thing is being creative with the natural environment to make bug hotels and dens.”

“Sometimes I feel brave enough to roll down the Knuzwood hill and that is the most fun EVER.”

“I love being able to get dirty and not getting into trouble for it! It’s the only time I am allowed to get dirty!”

A few pictures from some recent Forest School sessions...