Holistic education, childcare & family sessions
Presenting our affiliate company:
Free Spirits In The Wild
Enthusiastic and experienced outdoor practitioners running outdoor sessions on the first Sunday and third Friday of every month, open to ALL children aged 4-15.
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Bushcraft
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Nature Play
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Forest School
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Ecological Education
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Woodland Walks
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Holiday Club
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After Dark
Parents are welcome to stay, or drop off children aged 5+.
Younger siblings may attend with a parent.
What?
Free Spirits in the Wild offers fun, purposeful and informative hands-on experiences in a natural environment. Set in the beautiful woodland of Norman Court Estate, our regular sessions will include fire craft, campfire cooking, shelter building, nature based arts and crafts, team building challenges, animal tracking, plant ID, foraging, tool work, navigation, wilderness first aid and orientation.
There will also be time given for children to follow and pursue their own interests and adventures. Some activities will take place in mixed ages and for others, children will be split into age groups so as to be able to cater more fully to the needs and interests of all.
We also offer one-off events such as Bats & BBQ and Night Safaris.
Why?
Studies have shown that spending time outdoors in nature can reduce stress and anxiety, boost mood and self-esteem, and improve overall mental health. Confidence, self-esteem and independence is developed, teamwork promoted, and problem solving skills boosted. Children have time to be the free spirits that they are in a relaxed, low, demand environment.
Who?
Sessions are led by Dawn, Tracy & Sophie.
Dawn and Tracy are experienced outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for bushcraft and survival skills. Having spent years honing their knowledge of the wild, they are excited to share practical skills like shelter building, fire-making, and foraging in hands-on sessions. They both hold an enhanced DBS certificate, and Tracy is a qualified First Aider. Their 7 year old daughter attends Free Spirits during the week.
Sophie has 20 years experience of teaching and a love of nature and the great outdoors. She has an enhanced DBS certificate and is trained in Paediatric First Aid, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children during outdoor activities.
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