The Burrow is such a lovely room in the way of relationships as the children are at the right age to start building friendships and understanding those around them. 

Something I have recently over-heard or been asked is “are you staying in because it’s raining?” I thought I would write in a blog why we go outside in ALL weathers and the benefits we see in the children. 

Is that a magic fairy tree I can see? This week we have been using loppers and our imaginations to send a gift home to our family for the very special day we will be having this Sunday. 

What a very cold and windy week we’ve had. The Burrow children (and adults) have all been wrapping up warm and ensuring lots of layers are worn when out and about.

For two weeks now the Burrow children have been exploring the tree house with ropes, pulleys and crates. We have had lots of fun and used lots of strength throughout the weeks. 

This week we have spent time on the mud hill rolling pinecones. Already on the forest school sessions the younger children and new children have shown a great understanding of our session and our rules.

Hello everyone,  As you may have seen recently, myself and Jess were successful in passing our Level 3 Forest School Leaders qualification. Phew!

Over the past weeks the Burrow children have spent lots of time at the pond with their nets. It’s been great to see what is in the pond this time of year as most pond life have left the pond for the winter. It also acts as a great comparison to introduce the concept of seasons and change.

This week in the Burrow we have carried on our natural materials hunt but have decided to use them in a different way instead of making stories. We revisited last week and questioned children to understand how well they could recall information.

The other week I was walking my dog around the village and noticed that the conkers had started falling from the Horse Chestnut trees. As a Forest School leader my instinct kicked in and I thought I must plan something that involves conkers and collect as many as possible for my Forest School natural treasure hoard! 

This week has seen the Burrow children putting their gross motor skills to the test by climbing. It was a great activity that allowed us to observe how confident the children are when climbing, balancing and jumping. 

After a lovely week off I was raring to go on Monday morning when I got in and wow what a difference a week makes. It was great to see how well the new children have settled into the routines of Forest School and would personally like to thank all the girls in the Burrow for holding it together whilst I was away!

This week we have enjoyed welcoming new children, both from the Warren or those joining us from another settings. It has been lovely to get to know all these children whilst at forest school and to help grow their understanding of the great outdoors.