Does Forest School Support Academic Achievement?

Does Forest School support academic achievement?

In this video, I explore the relationship between forest school and academic learning, and why supporting the development of the whole child is a vital foundation for later academic success.

I look at:

The difference between forest school learning and classroom academics

How time in nature supports holistic development

Why social and emotional growth is a prerequisite for strong academic outcomes

Why we should be challenging the education-first principles of the school system.

Forest school isn’t about replacing academic learning — it’s about creating the conditions where children are ready to thrive in school and beyond. For educators, parents, and leaders, this perspective helps make sense of how forest school supports achievement in a deeper, more sustainable way.

If you’re interested in the educational philosophy behind forest school, and how it can transform both children’s experiences and outcomes, this video is for you.

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