A little bit about me

It all started when as a young girl I used to love climbing with my Dad and developed a passion for nature. I went on to do a geography degree, and when working at a school I was asked to put my passion to good use by setting up their Forest School. 

Fast-forward a few years, and I am now lucky to live on a small private woodland with my husband and two sons, which I want to share with others and hopefully inspire a new generation to love and connect with nature.

I am a Level 3 Forest School Leader, qualified in Forest School First Aid and DBS checked. I have teaching experience, and am trained in young people's mental health and counselling.

A little about Seedlings' Forest School and Beekeeping

Being in nature and overcoming small challenges does wonders for people's self-esteem and confidence. I take great joy in helping others and hopefully make a difference in the world.

Set across 1.5 acres in a private woodland in Little Baddow, I help under 5 year olds experience life outdoors, exposing them to our natural local beauty. A typical session, which lasts 1.5 hours, has a maximum limit of 15 children and generally consists of playing in the mud kitchen, bug hunts, rope climbing, nature crafts and toasting marshmallows on a camp fire. As a qualified Forest School Leader I am experienced with children of all ages as well as special educational needs and disabilities.

During the spring and summer I also provide a beekeeping experience, where you and your friends or family get to live the life of a beekeeper. You will get suited so you can get up close and see the bees at all stages of life, find the queen, pollen and honey. Then sample the honey and enjoy some refreshments in beautiful natural surroundings.

You’re welcome to browse our site to learn more, and if you or your child would like to join in the fun, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Additional Information

We offer free parking.

Hot drinks included.

For children's Forest School sessions, I offer flexible bookings (no need to book the entire term).

Babies and prams welcome.

In addition, you and your group of friends, perhaps a school or an antenatal or NCT group may want to book a private session for yourselves or your children which can also be arranged.