Forest schools

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@BRYANb8875625e5
Reading under a tree really makes a peaceful environment. Once upon a time, when I was 8 years old my teacher brought us to read under a tree. I sit and memorize the time table by napping on the grass floor and see the sky and clouds with nature wind blowing. BRYAN… sure it will be a fruitful activity for you.

@Ana_moderator
Forest School: Connecting Students with Nature Forest School is an educational approach that takes students out of the traditional classroom and into natural environments for hands-on learning experiences. This method emphasizes child-led learning through play, exploration, and supported risk-taking, fostering a deep connection with nature and developing essential life skills.

Key Principles:

Child-Centered Learning: Activities are based on children's interests and curiosity.
Learning Through Play: Encourages exploration, creativity, and problem-solving.
Regular and Repeated Visits: Frequent sessions in the same natural setting to build familiarity and comfort.
Holistic Development: Focuses on emotional, social, physical, and intellectual growth.
Risk Management: Supports safe risk-taking to build confidence and resilience.
Activities in Forest School:

Building Shelters: Students learn to construct shelters using natural materials, developing teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Nature Crafts: Creating art from natural objects like leaves, sticks, and stones enhances creativity and fine motor skills.

Wildlife Observation: Observing and identifying plants, insects, and animals fosters a deep appreciation for biodiversity.

Bushcraft Skills: Learning skills like fire-lighting, knot-tying, and foraging promotes self-sufficiency and environmental stewardship.

Outdoor Play: Unstructured play in nature enhances physical development, social interaction, and emotional well-being.

Benefits of Forest School:

Improved Physical Health: Active outdoor play increases fitness and overall health.
Enhanced Mental Well-being: Nature reduces stress and boosts mood.
Social Skills Development: Group activities promote communication and teamwork.
Increased Environmental Awareness: Direct interaction with nature fosters a sense of responsibility for the environment.
Boosted Academic Performance: Hands-on learning experiences support cognitive development and academic achievement.
Conclusion:

Forest School provides a unique and impactful approach to education, connecting students with nature and fostering holistic development. Through regular outdoor sessions, students develop essential life skills, environmental awareness, and a lifelong love of learning.

@FarhanMehboob we have here in Egypt EJS Egyptian Japanese school . Its kind of collaboration between Egypt and japan we have more than 48 EJS around Egypt opened in 2018 ... i worked there since its opening as a mathematics teacher . we teach there our curriculum in English and some japanese activities focused on building personality of child . this activities called tokkatsu .Tokkatsu is a Japanese term referring to a set of extracurricular educational activities aimed at the holistic development of students. Tokkatsu focuses on nurturing the social, emotional, and physical aspects of students, in addition to their academic growth. These activities encompass a wide range of events such as sports, arts, music, teamwork, and community service.
The Tokkatsu system aims to instill values and principles like cooperation, responsibility, and self-discipline among students. It is an essential part of the educational curriculum in Japan and is believed to significantly contribute to the comprehensive development of students, preparing them for practical and societal life.
may be ill make a post represnt more about tokkatsu in our forum

Thanks i have been working in Egyptian Japanese school and I have alot of experience about the education in japan and about tokkatsu activities

@Ana_moderator I read about the forest school in an article it's really wonderful for the students.
Real life problem solving. Improve critical thinking. Playing outdoor games , living practical life, and they are very close to the nature.

@Heba-Ali-Mohamed A great journey in the forests. You really enjoyed and learn a lot of new points. My wishes are with you

Hi Ana moderator it is an amazing and interesting post .
The forest school approach, which emphasizes outdoor, hands-on learning in natural environments, can be highly beneficial for students. It fosters a connection with nature, promotes physical activity, and encourages problem-solving and teamwork.
In Pakistan, the forest school concept is still emerging, so there aren't many schools explicitly following this model. However, some schools and organizations are integrating elements of outdoor and experiential learning into their programs. Here are a few you might find interesting:

1. Karachi American School - This school incorporates various outdoor activities and experiential learning opportunities into its curriculum.

2. TNS Beaconhouse - Located in Lahore, TNS Beaconhouse focuses on project-based learning and often includes outdoor activities and nature-based projects in its teaching approach.

3. The Lyceum - This school in Karachi emphasizes holistic education and incorporates outdoor learning and environmental awareness into its programs.

4. Nature Carnival by WWF-Pakistan - Although not a school, WWF-Pakistan organizes events like the Nature Carnival, which promote environmental education and outdoor activities for students and families.

While these schools may not follow the forest school model exactly, they do incorporate elements of outdoor and experiential learning that align with the forest school philosophy.
Unfortunately I don't know any forest school teachers personally.but in this forum may be i meet such a brilliant and experienced forest teacher.

@MYLOG47799627c6

Every experience based in nature contact will be amazing for us and our students. Best of luck @MYLOG47799627c6

@Heba-Ali-Mohamed if I got an opportunity by the Grace of Almighty Allah. I will surely pay a visit to EJS.

@FarhanMehboob it will be a pleasure to come to Egypt and visit it

@FarhanMehboob
Aslam o Alaikum dear,

That sounds like a great plan, Farhan! I would love to travel with you to the Egyptian Junior School (EJS) if the opportunity comes up. It would be a fantastic experience to explore and learn together. I’ll also reach out to @Heba-Ali-Mohamed to ask if she can assist with any facilitation or arrangements for our visit.

Sincerely

@Heba-Ali-Mohamed your comments on Brother Zeeshan MEHBOOB @Engr-Zeeshan posts please

@Engr-Zeeshan thank you for your comment.
Its pleasure to visit Egypt and visit EJS

@FarhanMehboob we can suggest here in the Forum if it possible to make a journey to Egypt and visit schools ... it will be nice idea

@Ana_moderatorThere is no forest school in my country.

@Sehar-Kazi
Hi dear,
There is an artificial created forest school named as CCS The first forest school located in Karachi side area, location can be traced on google Map. I've contacted them and knew how they are working. Because after this post I was alos curious to know whether there is some school working in Pakistan and I found it.

They are an inclusive set up and cater to typical & Atypical kids. School cater to ASD, ADHD, GDD, DS, dyslexia and kids who cannot cope with the conventional school system.

Since it is an inclusive school, nature & an unstructured school environment helps the a-typicals kids with their sensory requirements and typical gain a lot of confidence, explore and get to learn new things as kids are not confined to a typical way of classroom setup.

They are also trying to build a forest environment in an urban area and it's called an urban forest school.

So if anyone has opportunity should visit school.

@Sehar-Kazi
Hello dear

There is a school named CCS First Forest school, located in Karachi, address can be Google.
I 've contacted them and school as artificially created as forest. The school is inclusive for Typical and Atypical students.

Re: [Forest schools
Hello dears, especially from Pakistan
There is a forest school in Pakistan named CCS First Forest school,located in Karachi.

I've contacted them and they said:

"They are an inclusive set up and cater to typical & Atypical kids. School cater to ASD, ADHD, GDD, DS, dyslexia and kids who cannot cope with the conventional school system. They are an inclusive school, nature & an unstructured school environment helps the a-typicals kids with their sensory requirements and typical gain a lot of confidence, explore and get to learn new things as kids are not confined to a typical way of classroom setup.They are trying to build a forest environment in an urban area and it's called an urban forest school. "

@Sehar-Kazi
CCS the first forest school in Karachi https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554808447990&mibextid=JRoKGi
You can sesrch for location on google map also.

@Samreen-Tahir Thank you dear for increasing my knowledge.