GREEN TREES
FOREST SCHOOL
imagine
explore
grow
Outdoor learning that builds confidence, resilience and wellbeing for children and young people in Swindon and the surrounding areas.
Who We Are
We’re a Community Interest Company dedicated to helping children thrive through meaningful time in nature. Our sessions are built around play, exploration, challenge and connection.
We work with schools, SEND groups, youth services and home educating families to give every young person a chance to build confidence, independence and a deeper connection with the natural world.
What We Do
Our woodland and outdoor programmes are designed to support:
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Emotional regulation and calm
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Social confidence and communication
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Resilience and problem solving
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Practical skills and safe risk taking
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A stronger sense of self and belonging
Every session is child led, inclusive, and paced to meet the needs of the young people who attend.
We use the natural environment as the most honest classroom there is one that offers real challenges and real rewards.
Our Values
We believe children learn best when they feel safe, trusted, and free to explore.
Our work is guided by:
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Respect for the child
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Respect for the outdoors
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Equality, inclusion and kindness
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Real experiences, not tick box activities
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Building long term wellbeing, not one off moments
Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning.
Fred Rogers
Who We Support
Our Commitment as a CIC
As a Community Interest Company, all surplus is reinvested directly into:
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Increasing access for families and schools on low budgets
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Providing more supported/SEND places
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Improving equipment and woodland resources
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Developing new wellbeing and outreach projects
Our purpose is simple: widen access to the benefits of outdoor learning for the whole community.
We run sessions for:
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Primary and secondary schools
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Children with SEND
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Young people who struggle in classroom settings
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Youth projects and community organisations
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Home educating families
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Families looking for meaningful outdoor experiences
We tailor our approach to the needs of the group, offering both curriculum linked and therapeutic-style outdoor learning.
Our Values
We believe children learn best when they feel safe, trusted, and free to explore.
Our work is guided by:
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Respect for the child
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Respect for the outdoors
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Equality, inclusion and kindness
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Real experiences, not tick box activities
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Building long term wellbeing, not one off moments
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what
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Work With Us
Whether you’re a school looking for term time forest school, a community group wanting to support vulnerable young people, or a parent wanting something real and grounded for your child we’d love to hear from you.
07770 845656