ReWild Child aims to reconnect young people and families with nature. In natural forest environments, children can have the independence and freedom to explore the world around them, free of any set expectations.
ReWild Child Forest Sessions follow Forest School Principle (FSA) which embrace the outdoors as an inspirational learning environment. Whilst children are activity encouraged to freely explore, observe, experiment and take part in adventurous (safe) risky play, sessions go beyond just playing, and the holistic needs of each child are considered and responded to, helping and nurturing them to follow their interests and take on new challenges.
Sessions reconnect children with the natural environment as we take time to learn and become familiar with our surroundings, how to work and play in harmony with the habitat, how we are all connected, how it changes through the seasons and how that impacts us.
What do Forest Sessions look like?
Sessions are child led, which means that each child has the independence to make choices about what they are interested in and want to spend time exploring.
Examples of typical activities include:
Exploring the natural flora and fauna
Climbing, balancing, swinging from natural resources, or using imagination to build own structures.
Knife safety and wood whittling and carving.
Crafts and art with the natural environment.
Free play, imaginary play.
Friend and memory making.
Children are encouraged to make independent choices. This fosters independence, problem solving and builds confidence.
Experimentation and (appropriate) risk taking is encouraged. This supports the development of problem solving, risk assessment and reflection.
Resilience and perseverance.
What are the benefits?
Children are encouraged to reflect and to be conscious of their emotions or feelings. They are supported to share and communicate these, building self awareness and emotional intelligence.
Building friendships and sense of community.
Team work, compassion, empathy and communication skills.
Where?
Sessions take place on a private forest area in Nagae, Hayama.
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Programs
ReWild Child Kindy – these sessions are suitable for Children up to 6 Years old and run as a stay and play option.
ReWild Child Family – these sessions are family based so there are no age restrictions young or old.
ReWild Child Adventure Club – these sessions are suitable for Children aged 6-12 and run as a drop session
ReWild Child Home-Ed Groups – these sessions are private group sessions for children aged 6-12 who are home educated.
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Home Education Groups – If you are a family that home educate we can tailor sessions around a small group of like minded families and students. Please contact us to enquire. contact@rewild-child.com
