Wandsworth - On Our New Spot of Land

Wandsworth - On Our New Spot of Land

It's been a transformative week at Little Forest Folk Wandsworth. Starting out within the tranquil normality of Paradise, it was a delight to have a new intake of holiday campers for the summer. Both campers and full-timers have had excellent fun playing with one another. The clay was a very popular choice at Paradise, with many mouldings made; towering castles; sludgy snails and wiggly worms. We also had plenty of time to indulge in some wondrous stories and run around the little labyrinth of plants as the children ran and chased one another.

Wimbledon - Swings and Barbecues

Wimbledon - Swings and Barbecues

Swings and Barbecues. This week in the forest has been busy, filled with lots of fun and games! We have welcomed the first week of holiday campers to start the summer and it has been so lovely to see some familiar faces as well as some new faces! It has been wonderful to see all children enjoy being in the forest whether this has been to return or for their first time.

Chiswick - Cherished Memories!

Chiswick - Cherished Memories!

As we reach the end of this school year and bid farewell to the summer term, emotions run high at Little Forest Folk. This week has been particularly emotional as we say goodbye to some of our dear friends who are moving on to big school. We will cherish the memories we've created together and carry the joy of their laughter with us always.

Fulham - Fulham Forest FC!

Fulham - Fulham Forest FC!

We would like to start by saying how incredibly well our graduation ceremony went at the beginning of this week. It’s that time of year where we begin to say goodbye to all our children in Fulham that are leaving us. The children that are leaving received their certificate and graduation stone and all the educators here in Fulham couldn’t feel prouder of how grown up, well developed and school-ready these little ones are - you have all done us proud!

Twickenham - A School Year Full of Fun Adventures, Beautiful Memories and Mud!

Twickenham - A School Year Full of Fun Adventures, Beautiful Memories and Mud!

Hello, everyone! Oh how time flies! Can you believe it’s the end of this term already? This time of the year is always bittersweet – saying goodbye to our friends who are moving up to their new school, but also celebrating the wonderful year we have had together and getting excited for new adventures in their big schools!

Wandsworth - Multiple Farewells!

Wandsworth - Multiple Farewells!

In a week of splendid weather, we have endeavoured to make sure that our final week on this part of the common has been a good send off. What’s more, it is the last week for some of our little explorers here. Cramming in as much as we could for the children's entertainment, we have made sure it's been a particularly special week.

Wimbledon - Roaring Tigers and Slithering Snakes

Wimbledon - Roaring Tigers and Slithering Snakes

Roaring Tigers and Slithering Snakes. Both groups have been loving sensory play this week. The foxes created a sensory tray filled with popcorn kernels, oats and rice. The little ones got to work pouring from container to container, scooping up and letting it fall between their fingers, and mixing it with water.

Putney Heath - Climbing, Swinging & the Slack Line

Putney Heath - Climbing, Swinging & the Slack Line

We have had another lovely week in the forest. All the children have been delighted by our sensory activities as we explore the smells and textures of herbs such as mint and rosemary. Crowns were formed and worn as they played in the forest, scented herbal necklaces that looked like mini bouquet garnis were carefully created and worn throughout the day. 

Twickenham - A Zoo Themed Week!

Twickenham - A Zoo Themed Week!

Wow what an amazing week we have had in the forest! This week has been zoo themed, with the children learning about where animals live and what they like to eat. The Little Forest Folk-ers turned themselves into cheeky monkeys, swinging from the trees, scary tigers prowling the forest floor, and even snapping crocodiles ‘swimming’ in the rivers below.

Wandsworth - Paper Pizzas

Wandsworth - Paper Pizzas

A stupendously fun week in the great outdoors! Many of the children have been baking and making paper pizzas. There were some very colourful pizzas, with a great profusion of toppings; cheese, pepper, pepperoni! Bon appétit! The children also took to another bear hunt with great enthusiasm. Running from the roars and giggling at the growls.

Chiswick - A Poorly Dragon & An Ice Cream Factory!

Chiswick - A Poorly Dragon & An Ice Cream Factory!

What a fantastic week it has been in our enchanting forest! We kicked things off with our delightful Stay and Play sessions, where we had the pleasure of welcoming you into our magical world. It was a joy to see the children's faces light up as they shared special moments with you amidst the trees and laughter.

Fulham - A Diving Board & Snail Hunts!

Fulham - A Diving Board & Snail Hunts!

Another most awesome week has come to a close in the Fulham forest. We started off the week by creating a great structure that the children (with assistance) could practise their jumping skills on, jumping from what could only be described as a diving board, of course having some safety talks beforehand, to make sure we all knew how to do this safely.