21 Sep

Looking for a Nursery Place in Devon? Try a Forest Kindergarten Instead

If you’re still looking for a nursery place for your little one this September, you’re not alone. Many parents across Devon are searching for nurturing, enriching environments where their children can grow, play and thrive. But what if there was something even better than a traditional nursery?

Welcome to Wildlings Forest Kindergarten, based in the heart of the Grammarcombe Woods near Exeter, where mud pies, woodland walks and child-led adventures replace fluorescent lights and plastic toys.

🌿 What Is a Forest Kindergarten?

Unlike a traditional nursery, forest kindergarten offers a fully outdoor, nature-based approach to early years education. It’s rooted in the Forest School ethos, encouraging exploration, creativity and confidence in a natural woodland setting.

At A Touch of the Wild, our Wildlings enjoy real childhood magic: climbing logs, building dens, cooking on campfires, and learning through seasonal play. Rain or shine, they’re outside discovering the world with all five senses.

🧠 Why Parents Are Making the Switch

More and more families in Devon are rethinking early education. Here’s why:

Real-world learning: Children develop resilience, communication, and problem-solving skills through hands-on, messy, meaningful play.
Emotional wellbeing: Time in nature supports mental health and builds a calm, grounded approach to life.
Independence: Our child-led sessions encourage self-confidence and a love for learning from the very beginning.
Community: With small group sizes and a strong connection to families, your child will feel like part of something special.

📅 It’s Not Too Late to Join Us This Term

We still have a few spaces left for our September 2025 intake, but they’re filling up fast.

Whether your child is aged 2 or 4, if you’re looking for an alternative to nursery that’s wildly different, we’d love to show you around.

🌳 Come and visit us, book a free taster session or simply get in touch to learn more.