Two Rivers Kindergarten

Philosophy: The setting operates in line with the forest school philosophy

Activities: Children make up fantastical stories as they pretend to battle dragons and build strong muscles climbing trees

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Staff make accurate assessments and plan appropriate challenges to enhance children's learning and development

Communication: Staff share what children are learning with parents using different media such as video and photographs

Community Building: Parents comment that children thoroughly enjoy being outdoors and gain confidence and resilience

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff form secure attachments with the children and help them feel safe and secure

Safeguarding Training: Staff know what may make a child vulnerable and possible signs or symptoms of abuse

Child Safety Management: Staff are vigilant about safety, reminding children of the rules for forest school

Children's Safety and Security: Children know to stay close enough to see staff as they walk to the base camp