Planning your childcare an act of Love: A gentle guide for new and expectant Parents
Becoming a parent is a profound transition. Whether you are expecting your first baby or preparing to welcome another child, the journey ahead is full of choices, emotions and new discoveries. One of the earliest decisions you will make is how you want your child to be cared for when you return to work or […]
The Power of Words, Read to your Child every day
Why reading with your child every day shapes their brain, their confidence, and their future There is something quietly extraordinary about sitting with a child and sharing a story. The world slows, the body softens, and the simple act of reading becomes a powerful form of connection. At Forest School for Life, we see every […]
🌿 Sleeping Under the Sky, Safer Sleeping 2026
Outdoor Naps for Babies and Toddlers At Forest School for Life, we see how nature supports children’s wellbeing, including rest. Outdoor sleeping has been part of our practice from the beginning, inspired by Scandinavian early childhood traditions and shaped by evidence‑based practice. As UK safer sleep guidance has developed, we have adapted our routines and […]
🌿 The power of Play in early years education
Why Play matters “To play is to explore, to discover, to experiment…play gives children the opportunity to develop and use the many talents they were born with.” Lego, 1985 Play is not just a pastime, it’s how children build their brains. It’s how they make meaning of the world, test boundaries, and discover who they […]
🌱 A million connections: What babies really need to grow (and the birth of FSfL)
When babies feel safe, they don’t cling, they climb. They don’t just look, they venture. And at Forest School for Life, we’ve seen this truth unfold time and again. 🔍 The Science behind what we see Neuroscientists call this pattern “secure base behaviour” babies move away to explore and return when they need connection. When […]
🌲 Why Forest School is a long game
Learning that lasts In an age of instant results and quick wins, Forest School moves differently. It doesn’t offer overnight transformation and that’s exactly why it works. At Forest School for Life, we often say that real learning takes root slowly. You may not always see change in the first week, or even the first […]