Description

Develop confidence, resilience and practical outdoor skills with this comprehensive Upper Key Stage 2 Forest School Planning Pack. Designed to be delivered as a six-week programme, this resource includes 11 detailed session plans, providing flexible delivery options for settings with or without access to a campfire.

Ideal for qualified Forest School leaders and outdoor learning practitioners, this planning pack encourages children to develop independence, teamwork and a deeper connection with the natural environment through engaging, hands-on experiences.

This pack includes:
11 detailed Forest School session plans
A structured six-week programme with flexibility for different settings
Activities for sites with campfire facilities and alternative no-fire options
Tool-based activities including:
Bit and brace
Peelers
Bow saws
Loppers
Natural den building
Fire-lighting opportunities where appropriate and permitted
Woodland games and team-building activities throughout
Opportunities for reflection, exploration and child-led learning

Perfect for:

Upper Key Stage 2
Years 5–6
Forest School leaders
Outdoor learning practitioners
Schools delivering Forest School programmes

Whether you’re establishing a new Forest School programme or expanding your existing provision, these ready-to-use plans provide a practical and engaging framework while allowing the flexibility to adapt activities to your woodland site, pupils and resources.

Important Disclaimer

These plans are intended as a planning resource to support the delivery of Forest School sessions and should be adapted to suit your individual setting, site and learners. All activities must be supported by appropriate site-specific and activity-specific risk assessments.

Any activities involving tools or fire should only be delivered by a suitably trained and qualified Forest School Leader (or appropriately qualified adult) following current Forest School good practice, organisational policies and relevant health and safety guidance. It is the responsibility of the practitioner to ensure all activities are appropriate for their group, environment and level of supervision.