Forest school returns for Northwich children after lockdown

The happy youngsters at Weaverham Pre-School enjoyed the much anticipated return of their weekly forest school sessions for the first time since before the last lockdown began in January.

Led and supported by Chris Moseley, Cheshire West and Chester Council Ranger, the children have been enjoying a wide range of activities and making the most of the school's natural environment.

Deputy Manager, Rachel Oates says that the children really look forward to the sessions and while having a lot of fun, the activities also encourage them to work as a team, to take turns and help one another – all really important skills.

She said: "They are mesmerised by watching millipedes crawl across logs and the language development opportunities from this are endless.

"Of course, they love campfires, toasting marshmallows and den building but also creating and making things out of the natural resources that they find in our woodland."

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Helen Walters, the pre-school manager says that the scavenger hunts and object hide and seek activities really develop the children’s listening and attention skills.

"We are incredibly lucky to have the extensive outdoor space and woodland to be able to provide these wonderful sessions and activities for our children," she said.

Weaverham Pre-School was established in 2005 is located at Weaverham Primary Academy and has a large indoor and outdoor environment that gives children the freedom to take risks, develop independence, resilience and individual character. Funded and paid for spaces are available – call to arrange a tour and meet the staff.