-
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 […]
Read the article
Tag: forest school
-
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 […]
Read the article
-
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 […]
Read the article
-
19
Aug
2025 -
Outdoor Play and Imagination: How Nature Sparks Creativity in Children
The Stick That Became a Sword (or a Wand, or a Microphone…) Spend a few minutes watching children in the woods and you’ll notice something magical. A stick isn’t just […]
Read the article
-
13
Aug
2025 -
Messy Play Benefits: Why Mud, Water and Outdoor Fun Boost Your Child’s Learning
Why Parents Shouldn’t Fear the Mud We get it, the washing pile is already high, and the idea of your little one coming home with mud on their cheeks (and […]
Read the article
-
07
Jul
2025 -
🌳 Celebrating a Wild and Wonderful Term – Our End-of-Year Forest Kindergarten Party 🎉
As the summer sun danced through the treetops, our Forest Kindergarten in Devon came alive with music, laughter, and celebration for our Wildlings’ end-of-term forest school event. It was a […]
Read the article
-
25
Feb
2025 -
How to Dress for Forest School in Winter – A Parent’s Guide
Winter might bring chilly mornings, muddy puddles, and the occasional frosty adventure, but that doesn’t stop the fun at A Touch of the Wild! With the right clothing, children can […]
Read the article
-
23
Jul
2024 -
Discover the Magic of Learning with Wildlings Forest Kindergarten
As September approaches, A Touch of the Wild is thrilled to announce that we have places available at our Wildlings Forest Kindergarten! Nestled in the heart of Devon’s enchanting woodlands, […]
Read the article
-
21
Nov
2022 -
Try at home: Banana Pancakes!
Looking for a delicious and healthy breakfast option that’s perfect for a day in the great outdoors? Look no further than these mouth-watering vegan banana pancakes! A favourite of forest […]
Read the article
-
30
Jul
2020 -
What’s on: Home Education is returning!
We’re so excited that our home education group is restarting on 10th August. The group has been running every Monday 9.30-3pm with real success since Autumn 2019. Home education/ Flexi […]
Read the article
