Friday Forest School

Forest School rooted in wild learning

Mentored by

Leafy Legends Forest School

Leafy Legends: Forest fun one step at a time

Cavendish Fields , Matlock

Ages: 5 - 16 years

FS session £15 per session

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Friday Forest School block mentored by Leafy Legends Forest School

A summary

At Leafy Legends, we offer Forest School experiences that blend wild play, emotional safety, and hands-on learning in nature. Children build dens, cook over fire, dig in mud kitchens, and use real tools to explore their world with curiosity and courage. We nurture resilience, connection, and joy—creating soulful spaces where every leaf, puddle, and spark becomes part of the learning. Our sessions are rooted in rhythm, risk, and relationship, helping children grow through woodland grit, gentle guidance, and the freedom to follow their instincts.

send accessibility checklist

1:1 care

2:1 care

Qualified to administer medication

Epilepsy trained

Secure environment

Accessible toilet

Assist with personal care and toileting

Hoist and changing bench

Wheelchair accessible site

Autism awareness trained

Sensory or quiet spaces

Makaton trained

PECS trained

More information available on request

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It is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the the measures provided above. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed.

About your mentor

Leafy Legends Forest School

Leafy Legends: Forest fun one step at a time

We’re a Forest School rooted in mud, magic, and meaningful connection. Here, children learn through hands-on discovery, wild play, and quiet wonder beneath the trees. We build resilience, spark curiosity, and nurture emotional wellbeing — all through nature’s rhythm. From stick whittling to story scrolls, every moment is an invitation to grow gently and bravely.

Forest School Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm

Forest School Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm Forest School Fridays 9.30am - 12.30pm Adventures in the Woods. Every Friday! Our Friday sessions offer a fun, hands-on way for children to connect with nature, build confidence, and enjoy time outdoors. Every activity is shaped by what the children are interested in—from den building and tool use to nature crafts, games, and quiet moments by the fire. We take a holistic approach, supporting physical, emotional, and social development through play, exploration, and teamwork. Sessions are carefully planned to be safe, inclusive, and responsive—making sure every child feels heard, valued, and free to follow their curiosity.

Learning aim

Aim 1

Children learn through wild play, tool use, den building, fire skills, and nature-led exploration—growing confidence, resilience, and joy outdoors.

Forest School Parties. Saturdays start time 12pm

Get ready for wild adventures and big birthday smiles! Our Forest School Parties are the ultimate outdoor adventure — where muddy hands, big smiles and wild imaginations are all part of the fun! Set in a beautiful woodland, each party is a celebration of nature, creativity and good old-fashioned play. However, every session will be different, like each child and so will be child led.

Pricing information

Ticket namePriceInformation

Ticket nameFS session

Price£15

InformationFriday Forest School

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Where we'll be

Cavendish Fields , Bent Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3HL

WHAT’S PROVIDED

Drinks

Snacks

Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations with 48+ hours’ notice before the event will not be charged and refunded or an alternative date will be offered. If a deposit for a party has been paid the depsosit is non-refundable. Cancellations within 48 hours of the event are non-refundable.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.