A forest school group underneath a shelter

Maidstone Home Ed Nature Explorers - Jan/Feb

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Location: Tyland Barn Nature Park & Gardens, Chatham Road Sandling , Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3BD
Suggested for: Children | Families
Price: £60 for a block booking of 6 sessions
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Join us for Forest School for the home education community. Discover ways to have fun outdoors and meet new friends. Suitable for ages 4-11.

About the event

During these 2 hour weekly sessions (6-week programmes) children are encouraged to lead their own learning, doing as much for themselves as possible, with help from accompanying adults only where needed. Our activities are great for problem-solving, communication, creativity and physical development. Growing up with fun experiences in wild spaces can help inspire a love of nature that lasts a lifetime.

Activities are led by a Level 3 trained Forest School leader and all of the activities are based on forest school principles, however our unique site gives us the opportunity to do so much more.

Sessions include a wide range of nature based activities, including pond dipping, minibeast hunts, crafts, den building & fires, and offer a wonderful opportunity for families to have fun together whilst exploring our beautiful reserve.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum of 4 children per adult. Maximum of 2 adults per child.

Activities are suitable for ages 4-11 but younger siblings up to age 2/3 are welcome to come and join the fun.

Dates:

  • Friday 10th January
  • Friday 17th January
  • Friday 24th January
  • Friday 31st January
  • Friday 7th February
  • Friday 14th February

Sessions run from 12:45-14:45.

  • Accessible toilet

  • Accessible trails

  • Baby changing facilities

  • Cafe/refreshments

  • Disabled parking

  • Picnic area

  • Toilets

  • Wifi

More info

Dogs: assistance dogs only
What to bring: Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing suitable for the weather, sturdy footwear, long trousers, long sleeves.

Wheelchair accessible. All surface path around wildlife garden. Pond with an accessible platform.

FAQs

Free parking is available at our Tyland Barn visitor centre. There is also a bus stop nearby. 

If you have any questions or would like to find out more, please contact us. Email: [email protected] or call 01622 662012.

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