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Forest School is a weekly highlight for our Pre Prep pupils, who take turns with each class attending on alternate weeks. It’s a chance to step outdoors, explore nature, and enjoy learning in a completely different environment.
Each session begins with an important safety briefing from staff, including how to behave safely around a campfire and how to move carefully within the woodland space. While the campfire remains unlit during Pre Prep sessions, these rules help prepare the children for their future Forest School experiences in Prep – when they may occasionally enjoy toasted marshmallows around a real fire!
Once the adventure begins, the woodland becomes a playground for imagination and discovery. Children climb, dig, balance, swing and explore, while playing games such as “1, 2, 3 Where Are You?” a woodland twist on Hide & Seek that encourages careful listening to voices and the natural sounds of the forest.
After a busy afternoon of exploration, everyone gathers around the (unlit!) campfire to enjoy a story together. With a warming cup of hot chocolate and a biscuit in hand - an occasional Forest School treat, it’s the perfect way to relax, reflect, and bring a wonderful outdoor session to a cosy close.
Curious to see more of what our Pre Prep children experience?
Join us at our Open Day on Saturday 25th April, where our Pre Prep team will be delighted to share more about the enriching opportunities available and the many exciting things that happen each day in Pre Prep.
Please join us for our annual festive celebration, taking place in two weeks time!! The concert will feature performances from our wide variety of music ensembles and is a staple in the calendar for the whole school community.
We can`t wait to see you there!
Tickets are available on bookwhen.com/birkenheadschool (you can find the link in our bio and story highlights).
Tickets £5 (children free) | Bushell Hall | 15th December, 7pm
#thereissomethingspecialaboutthisschool #christmasconcert #festiveseason #musicalchristmas
Year 7 investigations in progress into the wonderful Sarah Graham; part of their current Colour Project. @sarahgraham_art #colourart @birkenheadschool #sweetart #foodartproject
Year 6 Rugby 7s at the AJIS Festival – Rossall
Our Year 6 Rugby 7s team had a fantastic day representing the school at the AJIS Festival hosted by Rossall. It was a brilliant opportunity to play some excellent rugby, learn from every match, and show great teamwork and determination throughout the day.
The team finished with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, but most importantly gained valuable experience and enjoyed a great day of sport. Well done to all involved!
Last night the Chicago Cast took their final bow in Footloose the Musical 🪩
At the very same time, four of our U6 students took their final bow in their roles at Birkenhead School.
Yesterday evenings show was an example of the level of commitment, dedication, courage, and extraordinary talent you have shown the school. To watch you grow as performers has been a privilege.
We are so proud of every single member of the cast, backstage, tech team and especially our U6 students as they take their final bow and prepare for the next stage of their journey. ✨
#FootlooseMusical #birkenheadschool #production
Forest School is a weekly highlight for our Pre Prep pupils, who take turns with each class attending on alternate weeks. It’s a chance to step outdoors, explore nature, and enjoy learning in a completely different environment.
Each session begins with an important safety briefing from staff, including how to behave safely around a campfire and how to move carefully within the woodland space. While the campfire remains unlit during Pre Prep sessions, these rules help prepare the children for their future Forest School experiences in Prep – when they may occasionally enjoy toasted marshmallows around a real fire!
Once the adventure begins, the woodland becomes a playground for imagination and discovery. Children climb, dig, balance, swing and explore, while playing games such as “1, 2, 3 Where Are You?” a woodland twist on Hide & Seek that encourages careful listening to voices and the natural sounds of the forest.
After a busy afternoon of exploration, everyone gathers around the (unlit!) campfire to enjoy a story together. With a warming cup of hot chocolate and a biscuit in hand - an occasional Forest School treat, it’s the perfect way to relax, reflect, and bring a wonderful outdoor session to a cosy close.
Curious to see more of what our Pre Prep children experience?
Join us at our Open Day on Saturday 25th April, where our Pre Prep team will be delighted to share more about the enriching opportunities available and the many exciting things that happen each day in Pre Prep.
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