Forest school

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The Education Team at Nene Park Trust are very excited to be able to offer a variety of outdoor learning opportunities through our dedicated Forest School site based at Ferry Meadows.

We can offer:

Forest School courses

An opportunity for children to make regular visits to the same site to take part in a variety of activities. Our staff will work with you to develop a programme tailored around the needs and interests of your children. Activities may include: using natural materials to make things, using hand tools, having campfires, building dens and finding and identifying different plants and animals. Courses are booked in blocks of 6 sessions. Sessions last for 2 hours and usually take place weekly or fortnightly.

Forest School taster days

A full day of Forest School activities. Sessions will include a range of activities and may feature tool and fire use. A great way to introduce your children to Forest Schools or to have a go at some of the Forest School activities you are unable to do at your own school site.

Use our site and equipment to deliver your own sessions

If you have a member of staff with a Level 3 Forest School qualification you can hire our site and equipment to deliver your own Forest School sessions.

Want to find out more?

Please call 01733 234193 for an informal chat about how we can support your learners to reach their potential.

Please click here to make an enquiry

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Useful documents

For more information about the booking process or what to expect from your visit please download our useful documents.

Ferry Meadows

Ferry Meadows is the ideal place for a family day out and one of the largest country parks in the region. Situated less than three miles from Peterborough city centre, at the heart of Nene Park, its varied landscapes make it the favourite destination for thousands of visitors throughout the year.
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At Nene Outdoors, we run a ‘Pay and Play’ scheme, providing visitors of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to enjoy the watersports we have on offer. Book for half hour sessions on line or for one hour, book in person at the Nene Outdoors reception, hire our equipment and use our facilities.
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