Battenhall Nursery
Forest School

Our Forest School at Battenhall Nursery gives our children a unique, hands-on learning experience. It allows our children regular opportunities to explore nature in a safe and supportive environment.

What Happens at Forest School?

At Battenhall Nursery Forest School, no two days are the same! Children guide their own learning through fun, practical activities, including:

Sensory activities and texture baskets.
Creating nature art using mud, leaves, and clay.
Hunting for bugs and creepy-crawlies!
Building shelters and dens using branches and tarpaulin.
Using real tools like palm drills and whittling knives with expert supervision.
Cooking over a campfire and learning about fire safety.

The Amazing Benefits of Forest School

Forest School is deeply inclusive as it allows every child to succeed at their own pace.
At Battenhall Nursery Forest School children develop:

Confidence
& Self-Esteem

Overcoming outdoor challenges helps children feel proud and capable.

Resilience

Learning to try again when a shelter falls down.

Social Skills

Working together on big projects builds great teamwork and communication.

Physical Health

Moving around in nature improves balance, strength, and stamina.

Well-being

Spending time in nature reduces stress and boosts mental health.

At Battenhall Nursery Forest School we meet the needs of each child and offer a calm, sensory-rich space where every child can grow.

Why choose us?

The Battenhall Ethos

Our ethos is to provide a warm and friendly home from home environment. A place where children feel safe and secure to explore, play and learn through a range of experiences.

We offer a stimulating and fun space which equips children with the skills and knowledge needed to reach their full potential and have the best possible start in their early years.