The Truro Forest School

The Truro Forest School is a long-term nature connection process that centres the child-at-play in a natural setting. Our sessions take place on a regular and repeating basis, in the same outdoor space, over an extended period of time. We focus on small child-to-adult ratios, using loose, natural materials to support children in developing a relationship with their outdoor space. This relationship supports holistic development with marked benefits in physical health, confidence, self-esteem, and resilience. This relationship is reciprocal, so the benefits of Forest School become benefits for the Land as well! Children develop compassion, respect and awe for Indigenous communities and the natural world, growing to become individuals who advocate for the preservation and sustainability of our shared natural spaces. We aim to have a global impact by inspiring and encouraging a generation of land stewards, scientists, activists, artists and thinkers. The well-being of each child is the foundation of Forest School. We provide guidance and facilitation to individuals based on their unique social, emotional and physical needs. We believe that children are inherently curious about the world, and we nurture this curiosity by guiding them in their own experiential learning that can only be had in nature. Child-led play (including responsible risky play) is an integral part of The Truro Forest School, with outdoor skills and knowledge providing the foundation of learning. We have fun, get dirty, experiment, explore, create, connect, learn, and grow!