Forest School for Toddlers – Nature Play for 2 Years+
Leverets (toddlers): Curious movers discovering independence and connection.
The toddler years are full of curiosity, wonder, and wild energy – and Forest School is the perfect place to nurture it all. Forget bouncing off the walls – energy gets used up in the best way here!
At Forest School For Life, we create safe, exciting outdoor learning spaces where your child can climb, explore, create, and grow through nature-based play.
Why Forest School is perfect for the toddler years
At ages 2 and up, children are developing rapidly – physically, socially, and emotionally. Our unique space supports this growth through unhurried, child-led exploration, offering freedom within safe boundaries and endless opportunities to build confidence and independence.
At forest school, our toddlers don’t bounce off the walls – because we don’t have any! Instead, they use up their energy in constructive and healthy ways. The fresh air and natural daylight settles most children into a natural circadian rhythm, meaning they sleep better throughout the night with regular visits.
Other benefits include:
Gross motor development
Gross motor development
Language growth
Language growth
Creative expression
Creative expression
Increased confidence and independence
Increased confidence and independence
Early social skills
Early social skills
Healthy habits
Healthy habits
What to expect for your toddler
We offer a rhythm that toddlers thrive on: a warm welcome, shared circle time, open play, and closing reflection – all in a woodland setting.
On a typical day, children might:
• Build dens
• Splash in puddles and climb on logs
• Create nature art
• Watch and learn about the natural environment
• Enjoy telling and hearing stories and songs
• An introduction to tools
Each day is different at Forest School, and we try and use as much of our natural setting as possible. However, to get an idea of what an ‘average day’ might look like, click the link below.
“My daughter loved the permaculture area, helping to grow and of course eat the food!”
– Zoe, Parent
Next steps
We believe young children flourish outdoors – and we see it every day. Rain or shine, we’re out in nature making memories.
If you’ve got a little one who you think would benefit from what forest school has to offer, why not get in touch?