FSPh 1: Introduction to Forest School

In forest school, learning is led by the child, not the teacher. Got questions? Send in your voice message here-- https://anchor.fm/forestschoolph/message

Are forest school leaders teachers? Got questions? Send in your voice message here-- https://anchor.fm/forestschoolph/message

Learn why risky play is important, and some examples of how we support it. Got questions? Send in your voice message here-- https://anchor.fm/forestschoolph/message

We believe that a child's education should be balanced, and not just purely academics. His physical, emotional, social, spiritual development are equally important. Got questions? Send in your voice message here-- https://anchor.fm/forestschoolph/message

Why is our school out in a forest, and not in a classroom? Listen to find out. Got questions? Send in your voice message here-- https://anchor.fm/forestschoolph/message

Why is forest school long-term, and not a one-off session you can take your kids to? We talked about why, in this episode.  Got questions? Send in your voice message here-- https://anchor.fm/forestschoolph/message

In this first episode, you'll learn what forest school is. What are the principles that make it a forest school and what makes it different from outdoor learning.  Got questions? Send in your voice message -- https://anchor.fm/forestschoolph/message

Curious about Forest School?  Stay tuned as we talk about its ethos and philosophy.  This trailer talks about how Sharon Cortez (Level 3 Forest School Leader) started on her journey and what she loves about this type of education. She hosts this Forest School Philippines podcast.  "I hope this inspires you to let your kids enjoy their childhood in nature, so that they’ll be able to take care of themselves, other people, and the environment."