The World Outside Forest School: Outdoor learning that builds confidence, curiosity and resilience
Welcome to The World Outside Forest School, based at Bodenham Arboretum in Worcestershire. We offer nature-based learning experiences for children of all ages, helping them grow in confidence, independence and a love of the outdoors.
Whether you’re a teacher looking for a purposeful, curriculum-linked trip, or a parent seeking something more meaningful than soft play, our sessions provide a breath of fresh air – quite literally.
For Parents & Families
Looking for something more enriching than screens or soft play? Our Forest Fridays, holiday clubs, and home-ed sessions give children real outdoor adventures – whatever the weather.
Children return muddy, happy and full of stories. They build resilience and independence, gain physical confidence, and reconnect with nature and their own creativity. We use practical, hands-on learning to build skills, confidence and emotional intelligence – without worksheets or indoor limits.
For Schools & Educators
We understand the challenges you face:
- You want outdoor learning that supports the curriculum.
- You need it to be well-organised, risk-assessed and safe.
- You want every child to return inspired and full of stories.
At The World Outside, we work closely with teachers to tailor each visit to your class’s specific topic or learning goals – whether you’re focusing on science, history, geography or storytelling.
Some of the popular themes we’ve supported include:
- Vikings, Native Americans and Stone Age survival
- Fairy Tales and creative storytelling in the woods
- Into the Woods nature discovery for Early Years
- Seasonal changes, life cycles and habitats
- Cross-curricular sessions combining science, art and PSHE
Have another topic in mind? Just let us know – we’re always happy to adapt the session to meet your needs.
From pond dipping and fire lighting to den building and woodland crafts, children learn through hands-on experiences that bring classroom learning to life. All equipment, site safety and risk assessments are provided, so you can focus on your pupils. Sessions are suitable for EYFS through to KS3, including home-education groups.
Why Choose The World Outside?
- Experienced, DBS-checked Forest School leaders
- Set in the stunning and secure grounds of Bodenham Arboretum
- Curriculum-linked and aligned with EYFS and the National Curriculum
- Flexible, tailored sessions for your class, group or topic
- Proven track record of successful, well-run visits
- Ideal for schools, nurseries, youth groups and families
We also run The World Outside Outdoor Kindergarten in Kidderminster; an all-year, nature-based early years setting for children aged 2 to 5. A perfect next step for families who love outdoor learning from the start.
Visit www.theworldoutside.co.uk to learn more and enquire today.
