Forest & Beach
School
Beach School
What is a beach school?
Beach School is a new development of the internationally acclaimed Forest Schools Programme which places an emphasis on outdoor learning and engagement for children of all ages. The aim of Beach Schools is to get children outdoors and to ignite the fun of exploration, discovery and learning within coastal environments. Beach Schools are springing up throughout the British Isles and our training was provided by Beach Schools N.I, the only beach schools centre in N.I. run by a professionally trained beach schools practitioner. Taking children to the local beach will create a wealth of learning opportunities, memories and experiences that will stay with them for life.
What are the benefits of learning outdoors at the beach?
By bringing the classroom outdoors, children will touch on so many aspects of the curriculum that they don't even realise they are learning.
Research shows that connecting with nature:
1. Helps to improve concentration
2. Supports physical well being
3. Reduces anxiety and mental health issues
4. Helps to create life long memories.
Forest School
What is a forest school?
Forest School is a child-centred inspirational learning process, that offers opportunities for holistic growth through regular sessions. It is a long-term program that supports play, exploration and supported risk taking. It develops confidence and self-esteem through learner inspired, hands-on experiences in a natural setting.
Forest School celebrations in 2023
We were fortunate enough to start our outdoor adventures when we enjoyed a special visit to Rosemount Estate as our first official start to Forest School in 2023! Thanks to Mrs Montgomery and her family for taking the time to show us around the grounds and share in our adventures! We continue to enjoy the outdoors and the benefits it provides.
