Why Forest School Matters | Outdoor Learning Benefits in Devon

19 Feb 2026: Why Forest School Matters: New Research and Voices on Outdoor Learning in 2026

Forest School and outdoor learning have been part of early years education in the UK for decades, but now more than ever, new research and educational conversations are shining a […]
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12 Feb 2026: Wild About You: Celebrating Valentine’s Day the Forest School Way

Valentine’s Day is often associated with cards, chocolates and shop-bought gifts, but at A Touch of the Wild, we believe the most meaningful expressions of love are found outdoors, muddy […]
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23 Jan 2026: New Year, New Skills: Forest School Activities to Boost Confidence & Curiosity

A Fresh Start in the Forest January is the season of fresh starts, new goals, and big hopes, not just for grown-ups, but for little ones too. At A Touch […]
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16 Jan 2026: Winter Wonders: Why Forest School is Perfect for January Learning Adventures

Why Winter is a Wonderful Time for Outdoor Learning When the days are short and the air is crisp, it might seem easier to hibernate indoors. But at A Touch […]
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17 Dec 2025: 🌟 A Wild Year of Wonder: Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead

As we gather around the fire for the final time this year, we find ourselves reflecting on the many magical moments we’ve shared in the woods. From muddy puddle jumping […]
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02 Dec 2025: 🎄Forest-Inspired Festive Crafts to Make at Home

As the festive season rolls in, it’s easy to get swept up in the hustle and bustle, but here at A Touch of the Wild, we love to slow things […]
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26 Nov 2025: Cosy Campfires and Autumn Adventures: Outdoor Learning This November

There’s something truly magical about November in the woods, golden leaves carpeting the forest floor, the smoky scent of campfires in the air, and the quiet rustle of wildlife preparing […]
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17 Nov 2025: Why Forest School in Winter Builds Resilient, Happy Kids

As the seasons shift and the temperature dips, many parents start to retreat indoors but at A Touch of the Wild, we embrace the magic of winter in the woods. […]
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24 Oct 2025: Wreath Making in the Woods: Why Nature Crafts Are Good for Grown-Ups Too

Amid the hustle of everyday life, it’s easy to forget that grown-ups need time in nature too. That’s why we’re inviting you to step into the woods this season for […]
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10 Oct 2025: How Autumn Builds Skills: What Children Learn in the Woods This Season

As the forest shifts into its most colourful season, something magical happens, not just in the trees and leaves, but in the children exploring them. Autumn in the woods isn’t […]
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