Top Tips for easy travelling...


Plan ahead • allow plenty of time and try to be relaxed


• if you are stressed or trying to get somewhere in a hurry, your child will pick up on this and is likely to become stressed too, as a result!


Be prepared Whatever the length of the journey, always take:


• a Journey Bag – a small bag to include spare nappies, wipes, kitchen towel, antiseptic cream, Calpol, plasters and a couple of spare plastic bags (always come in handy!).


• plenty of drinks & snacks – helpful if your journey is delayed.


• essential changes of clothing – there’s


So much happens at a Forest School...


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orest school programs are very informal and take place in natural outdoor spaces, they are run regularly and long term.


Children are exposed to the outside elements, which increases their understanding of the world around them. This grounding allows the children the opportunity to stimulate their curiosity and imagination. They are also exposed to appropriate risks which challenge the youngsters, as they learn about themselves and each other; raising their self-esteem, emotional development and communication skills.


Learning is valuable, relevant to the child and mostly IT’S FUN!


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nothing worse than if your little one has a little accident and you can’t change them!


• portable potty.


• for longer journeys, take a blanket - for your child to snuggle into.


Take entertainment & activities


• For short trips - small cuddly and other toys (cars, dolls etc); books, including puzzle books; colouring pads, crayons and stickers.


• For longer journeys - travel games, snap cards, connect etc; music or story CDs; electronic games and DVD players – with spare batteries and car chargers! Your children may also enjoy playing traditional travel games with you like “I Spy.”


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