Forest Schools are an exciting and inspirational experience for our children.
They encourage them to:
- work as part of a team
- build confidence and self-esteem
- explore all senses
- develop communication skills
…and much, much more.
Dr Gillian Humes, Science Co-Ordinator Belfast Education & Library Board
“This is one of the few projects that truly integrates all elements of the revised curriculum.
It incorporates aspects of history, geography and science, delivers an opportunity to develop thinking skills and personal capabilities, and has a strong emphasis on promoting numeracy and literacy. Even more importantly than this, the initiative connects children to their outdoor environment, stimulating curiosity and inspiring a love of the natural world that is likely to remain long after the end of primary school. Teachers participating in the project are well supported with expertise and resources, and enjoy the project as much as the children.”
NIFSA is an independent charity registered in Northern Ireland
We promote the Forest School ethos to educational establishments and like-minded organisations throughout the country.
I hope that you find this outdoor learning website useful and it will give you the confidence to develop your own Forest School programme in Northern Ireland.
Brian Poots
NIFSA
