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Nature Plays - Forest School - Cape Town

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Nature Plays is South Africa’s first forest school

Founded 2018
Based in Cape Town

We believe that the best way to support childhood development is by letting kids explore, play, and learn in nature. By establishing a strong connection to nature, we develop our self-confidence, we build resilience and creative thinking while spending time outdoors.

Forest School Weekly Sessions

Looking for enrichment beyond the daily routine? Our optional weekly extra mural sessions offer exploration of their environment with supporting themes like nature art, river play, whittling and more. Let your child’s curiosity soar!

Forest House Daily Playgroup

Immerse your little one in the wonders of nature with our daily playgroup program. Through exploration, discovery, and imaginative play, they’ll build a deep connection with the environment and foster a love of learning.

Termly Forest Holiday Club

School’s out, but the fun keeps going! Our termly holiday clubs provide extended adventures and in-depth exploration for your child. Imagine weeks filled with fort-building, slackline play, bug & frog discovery and creative play under the open sky.

Why Nature Plays is the Perfect Place for Your Child

  • Unleash Wonder & Awe: Nature ignites a spark of curiosity, inspiring exploration and imaginative play in a world full of discovery.
  • Learn Through Play: Play is a child’s language! At Nature Plays, exploration becomes education, fostering a love of learning that sticks.
  • Happier, Healthier Kids: Research shows outdoor play promotes happiness, well-being, and a deeper connection with the world around them.
  • Deeper Experiences: We nurture the freedom to explore, sparking curiosity and igniting a lifelong love for nature’s wonders.
  • Confidence Builders: Through play and exploration, children develop a sense of self-worth and a “can-do” attitude.
  • Creativity Unleashed: Nature ignites your child’s imagination, encouraging creative expression and fostering unique ways of thinking.
  • Resilience for Life: By facing challenges in the natural world, children build resilience and problem-solving skills that benefit them throughout life.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork: Nature Plays cultivates a spirit of collaboration and teamwork as children play, explore and learn together.

WE HAVE THREE GROUPS FOR OUR WEEKLY FOREST SCHOOL EXTRA MURAL SESSIONS TO CHOOSE FROM

Forest school is an outdoor educational approach to learning, it involves the whole child: heart, body, mind and soul. Through outdoor fun activities and learning experiences children acquire skills and develop holistically; social and emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual.

Forest School Cape Town

2 – 4 years old

Discoverers Forest School Cape Town

4 to 5 years old.

5 – 10 years old