Discovery Day
(Year 7 entry 2026 only)
Thursday 5 June 2025
Little Explorers Forest School at The Cathedral School
Adventure Awaits
Children aged 2-4 are invited to experience our enchanting Forest School. Join us from 11th March 2025 for an engaging 8-week programme every Tuesday, 9.15-10.30am.
What is Forest School?
Forest School is a unique educational experience that fosters confidence, creativity and a love for the natural world. With a hands-on approach, children learn through play and exploration in an outdoor environment.
At Little Explorers Forest School, children develop key skills through fun and interactive outdoor activities run by qualified professionals in a safe and inspiring environment.
Key benefits include:
- Confidence: Opportunities to try new things at their own pace.
- Social skills: Learn sharing and collaboration through group activities.
- Language development: Develop communication through storytelling and interaction.
- Physical development: Enhance gross and fine motor skills, stamina and resilience.
- Motivation and concentration: Foster a keenness to participate and focus.
- Knowledge and respect for nature: Encourage an understanding of, and care for the environment.
More than outdoor play
Starting with storytelling in our cosy yurt, the sessions weave together literacy, creativity and exploration. Each book sets the stage for themed activities, allowing children to develop their understanding of concepts introduced in the story. Activities are thoughtfully planned to encourage problem-solving, teamwork and imaginative play. From experimenting with textures and materials in the mud kitchen to practising observation skills during scavenger hunts, children develop a range of cognitive and social skills while having fun.
Meet the Forest School Leaders
Our sessions are led by experienced and passionate practitioners, Mrs Pusey and Miss Nash. As members of staff at The Cathedral School, they also run our Forest School activities as part of our engaging curriculum for our Early Years and Infant pupils.
Mrs Michele Pusey
With over 15 years of experience as a Level 3 Forest School Leader, Mrs Pusey is passionate about creating opportunities for children to guide their own learning. A hands-on kinaesthetic learner herself, she believes every child is unique and thrives when exploring nature.
Miss Aimee Nash
An experienced practitioner with a Level 2 Forest School Assistant Award and a Diploma in Leadership for Children's Care, Miss Nash specialises in Early Years education and child-led learning. Her dedication to helping children explore and grow in a natural environment makes her an invaluable member of the team.
FAQs
Children aged 2-4 years, accompanied by a parent or guardian. You are welcome to bring along babies in prams free of charge.
Our Forest School area is outdoors, and activities involve messy play. We recommend that children wear weather-appropriate clothing (e.g. waterproofs, wellies). You may wish to bring a reusable cup for refreshments.
All materials and activities. Refreshments for adults and children.
Limited parking is available in the Main School Car Park (CF5 2YH). Alternatively, paid parking is available in the Llandaff High Street Car Park (CF5 2DX - first two hours free).
Sessions will go ahead in most weather conditions and the yurt will provide some shelter. In extreme weather conditions, adjustments will be made, and refunds or alternative dates will be provided if necessary.
We are a nut-free site and aim to cater to all dietary needs. Please indicate any dietary requirements during the booking process. All allergens in refreshments provided on the day will be disclosed.
Yes, we may take photographs or videos during the sessions for promotional purposes. Permission will be requested during the booking process, and you can opt out if preferred.
Changing facilities are available on-site for young children. A staff member will be on hand throughout the sessions to accompany you to the nearest toilet.
Ready to join the adventure?
Click the button to learn more about our 8-week Little Explorers Forest School programme and book your place.