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Oct 2024
Harrogate primary school launches forest school
A Harrogate primary school has launched an on-site forest school.
Coppice Valley Primary School's forest school includes an outdoor classroom area and wildlife areas to explore as part of the emphasis on outdoor learning.
It is hoped children will enjoy the opportunity to engage with nature through hands-on experiences and play.
Hannah McNamara, headteacher at Coppice Valley, said:
Each learner in our school will get something different out of forest school. Children from reception to year 6 are encouraged to embrace risk-taking in a safe and supportive environment. The sessions are thoughtfully designed by our teachers to complement our curriculum, to engage each child's imagination and curiosity.
Coppice Valley forest school
Holly Riley, a level 3 forest school leader, said:
We have such love for learning outdoors through forest schools, which is so exciting to be part of. It is such an exciting time to join Coppice Valley, with the abundance of enthusiasm, support, and passion for upskilling the children in their resilience, risk taking and curiosity. I feel so lucky to be able to work in such an amazing space, and I am so excited for our new forest school journey together.
The initiative aims for children to immerse themselves in nature, exploring the great outdoors while developing essential life skills.
Coppice Valley Primary School is part of Red Kite Learning Trust, a multi-academy of 14 schools.
Coppice Valley forest school
Amanda Thornton Jones, the trust's director of primary education, said:
This initiative has been made possible by Coppice Valley being awarded grants, but the school is still looking for support. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.
If you would like to support the Forest School at Coppice Valley Primary School, or if you work for a company who would consider helping our cause, please contact the school for more information. From wellies to waterproofs, tools to fire pits, every little helps.
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