{"product_id":"little-forest-school-camp-at-dulwich-prep-10-08-2026-14-08-2026","title":"Little Forest School Camp at Dulwich Prep: 10\/08\/2026 - 14\/08\/2026","description":"\u003ch3\u003e10\/08\/2026 - 14\/08\/2026\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eWELCOME TO OUR LITTLE FOREST SCHOOL CAMP AT DULWICH PREP!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/251552563059055\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJOIN OUR WAITING LIST FOR MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display: none;\"\u003e~full description~\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSynopsis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside our camps for children aged 5 - 13, we're pleased to announce The Hive is now offering our Little Forest School Camp for children aged 3 - 5. Rooted in the Forest School ethos and led by qualified and experienced Forest School Leaders and Early Years practitioners, these camps are the perfect opportunity for your little ones to experience nature and the outdoors in a gentle, supported and child-led environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour child will join a small group of children with a high ratio of Forest School Leaders with Early Year qualifications. Our Little Forest School Camp runs at the same location as our Missions for ages 5 - 13, but in a separate part of the grounds. We adhere to and follow the EYFS framework and are Ofsted registered. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all Hive programmes, our Little Forest School Camp offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor exploration and adventure, alongside a strong focus on imagination, creativity and collaborative play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Forest School\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eForest School is a child-centered learning approach that takes place in nature. At Forest School, children develop and learn through a focus on curiosity, self-motivation, problem-solving, creativity and a supported engagement with risk. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the past 30 years, a lot of research has gone into measuring the benefits of Forest School and time and again, studies show how powerful it is in helping children become engaged, lifelong learners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits are numerous and include supporting children's cognitive development through creativity and imagination; nurturing their problem-solving and decision-making skills; supporting their social and emotional development; encouraging vocabulary development through the immersive nature of Forest School; and building their adaptability, resilience and wellbeing through spending time in nature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDaily Itinerary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery day is different - and very much built on the children's interests. We’ve included a few examples of some of our regular activities below, but there is much more. Parents are provided with a daily update at pick-up. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4951\/6352\/files\/Screenshot_2025-05-02_095730.png?v=1746176263\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"factfile\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact File\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTYPE OF MISSION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForest School \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRECOMMENDED AGE RANGE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 - 5 (Nursery and Reception)\u003c\/strong\u003e This group is designed for children that are already attending, or about to start Nursery or Reception. At the moment we can only welcome children that are \u003cstrong\u003eaged 3 and above\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your child turned 5 before 31st August 2025, we recommend booking our Stories \u0026amp; Adventures missions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACILITATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur facilitators are experienced Forest School Leaders with Level 3 Early Years qualifications. We operate a ratio of 1:4 in our Forest School camps. All facilitators are DBS and reference checked; all undergo rigorous safeguarding training, including internal and external accredited training. Sites include several fully qualified Paediatric First Aiders, as well as Forest School First Aiders. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMISSION DURATION\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFive-day camp with the flexibility to book 1 - 5 days. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAILY TIMES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Forest School camp runs from 9.30am - 4pm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe ask that all children bring a packed lunch and morning \/ afternoon snacks with them. \u003cspan\u003eIn addition, we will also be cooking delicious treats on the fire regularly, together with the children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLOTHING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt The Hive, we’re outdoors all day, every day, come rain or shine! \u003cbr\u003eBeing dry, cosy, and warm is really important at Forest School. It’s very hard to enjoy the outdoors if you’re cold, wet or uncomfortable in the clothes you’re wearing. Remember, there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing! We'll provide a full list of recommended clothing in your camp welcome email (sent 7 - 10 days before camp starts). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTOILETING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn keeping with the ethos of Forest School, we aim to be outdoors for the whole day. We have outdoor toilet tents on site, and we ask that all children can use the toilet independently before joining our camp. We provide warm water and soap for hand washing after toileting and before snack-time. We also have access to indoor toilets in case of bad weather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRESTING \/ NAP TIME\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNapping\/quiet time is included in the structure of the day, if your child still naps. We have a bell tent with sleeping bags for cold weather and hammocks for warmer weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSETTLING IN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWe understand how overwhelming it can be when your child first starts camp. Helping your child settle into the camp is of significant importance, particularly if it is their first time away from you.\u003cbr\u003eOur settling-in approach is tailored to the specific needs of your child. We take cues from you and your child, prioritising a gentle, phased introduction, which allows children to become acquainted with the Forest School environment, our team, and daily routines in a secure manner. Our settling-in process is designed to ensure your child begins to form secure relationships with key members of the team and it also prepares them for the transition to nursery if they haven't yet joined on. It also helps us to understand your child's individual needs from the outset.\u003cbr\u003eIn practice, this approach means that you are welcome to stay with your child for the initial sessions. You may choose to remain at camp or nearby, as needed, or your child may feel comfortable starting independently. We never rush your child, and whichever method works best for you is fully supported by us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRICES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrices for this mission start at £70.00 per child for 1 day. The price decreases as more days are booked. We also offer sibling, multi-week and group discounts.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thehive-kids.com\/pages\/prices\"\u003ePlease click here to see our price list\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHIVE T-SHIRT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne free Hive T-Shirt is given to each child on this mission. 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