Forest School
in Harrow & London
Learn. Explore. Grow. Together.
At Blue Nest Forest School, children connect with nature, build confidence and develop essential life skills through outdoor learning, exploration and play.
Sun
Water
Plant
Society
Why Forest School?
Forest School is a child-led approach to outdoor education rooted in progressive learning theory from Froebel to Montessori. It gives children time, space and freedom to explore, take managed risks and build genuine self-belief.
- Confidence & independence through self-directed learning
- Creativity & problem solving in real-world settings
- Physical wellbeing through active outdoor play
- Social development and cooperative teamwork
- Deep connection with the natural world
Our Values in Action
Every element of our Forest School programme is guided by four natural principles, drawn from the symbols at the heart of our identity.
Sun
Curiosity & Energy
Like the sun, children radiate natural energy and wonder. We channel that spark into guided discovery and joyful exploration.
Water
Adaptability
Water finds its own path. We teach children to adapt, persist and flow around challenges with resilience and calm.
Plant
Growth
Every child grows at their own pace. We tend each learner individually, nurturing roots that support a lifetime of flourishing.
Society
Community
We are stronger together. Forest School builds empathy, cooperation and a sense of belonging in every child.
What Children Do
Explore
Map their world with wonder
Build
Craft with sticks, stones & mud
Learn
Discover through doing
Play
Imagination without limits
Reflect
Pause, observe, understand
Grow
In body, mind and spirit
Blue Nest
Forest School
Come and Experience Forest School
Join us for a visit and see how our Forest School programme helps children discover their strengths in the natural world. Places are limited — book early to avoid disappointment.
Natural Environment
Woodland settings designed for safe, open-ended outdoor learning.
Safe & Secure
Level 3 qualified Forest Leaders with enhanced DBS clearance.
Experienced Educators
Staff trained in Montessori principles and Forest School practice.
Part of Blue Nest
Backed by an award-winning Montessori school established since 2019.