School Readiness Is About More Than Reading and Writing
As September approaches, many parents begin wondering whether their child is ready for nursery, pre-school or primary school. Can they recognise their name? Should they know their letters? Can they count to ten? Do they need to be able to write before they begin? It is completely understandable to have these questions. Starting a new […]
Why Children Need More Time to Play Freely Outdoors
Childhood should be filled with opportunities to explore, imagine, create and play. Yet family life can be busy. Between nursery, school, organised activities, appointments and screens, children do not always have as much time as they need for simple, child-led play. National Playday takes place across the UK on Wednesday 5 August 2026, providing the […]
Why Outdoor Learning Should Be Part of Every Child’s Education
Could regular outdoor learning soon become part of every child’s school week? A new Outdoor Education Bill introduced in Parliament on 7 July 2026 has sparked an important national conversation about how much time children spend learning, playing and exploring outside. The proposed Bill calls for children in primary and secondary education to spend at […]
Why Childhood Needs More Trees and Fewer Screens
A Reflection from A Touch of the Wild At A Touch of the Wild, we spend our days watching children do what children have evolved to do for thousands of years: climb trees, build dens, splash in puddles, create imaginary worlds and form friendships through real-life adventures. It’s a childhood filled with mud, laughter, risk-taking, […]
What Makes Wild Tots So Special? A Parent’s Guide to Our Woodland Sessions
If you’ve ever wondered what happens at Wild Tots, you’re not alone. Many parents join us for the first time unsure of what to expect and quickly discover that woodland sessions become the highlight of their week. Wild Tots is more than a toddler group. It’s a welcoming community where children and grown-ups can slow […]
Why Forest School Helps Children Build Confidence Naturally
Confidence in children doesn’t appear overnight. It grows slowly through exploration, challenge, independence and feeling capable in the world around them. At A Touch of the Wild, we see confidence bloom naturally in woodland environments every single day. Whether it’s climbing a fallen tree, speaking in a group around the campfire or trying something new […]