The children and residents started putting last weeks garden plan into action today by potting up some seeds. First they went into the garden to collect some shale to put in the bottom of the pots for drainage. They then decorated their pots. We are testing out a new soil mix so it will be interest
We may have been experiencing torrential rain but this recent deluge doesn’t put the children off getting outside. They took the opportunity to practice making lashings, whilst giving the water-sodden Forest School some respite from the trample of feet. Lashings are used to join together poles or sp
The snow makes everything look beautiful, but for many of the older people in our community they can feel isolated and trapped inside. They were thrilled therefore to see the children who came and gritted their garden so residents can still get outside if they want to. The sun was shining as the c
Years 1 and 2 are growing in confidence with every Forest School session that they enjoy, being mentored by our Year 6 Outdoor Workers really extends their learning too. This week they have been getting used to handling the new hens. We have 8 new ones, 3 Silkies, that are a small breed, 3 large fow
Today, the children of Harlow Green took part in a non-uniform day to raise money for Children in Need. It was amazing to see the variety of colourful costumes that the children were wearing in exchange for the kind donations that were given. During P.E. sessions this week, each class were challen
In Reception, we have taken part in a range of activities for Children in Need. First, we talked about children in need and discussed why we raise money. Then, we watched Joe Wicks and completed his ‘Bearpees’ challenge which was very exciting. Lastly, we created our own Pudsey bear masks and pr
During their Forest School sessions, Year 4 have been thinking about how to construct with survival in mind. They needed to think of the potential risks associated with surviving outside, particularly if it was over night. We discussed what effects being exposed to the elements can have on the human
