Our 'Outdoor Education Programme' provides Infant School children with the freedom to explore a variety of different environments, with an emphasis on Forest School learning. Pupils are encouraged to be curious, develop empathy and love for their environment, and lead with their own direction when interacting with the natural world.
Mr Simon Percy - Head of Adventure and Outdoor Education
Clifton High School's Bristol location affords close links with Forestry England, Belmont Estate and Farmlink, all of which provide a well-curated, bespoke outdoor education experience, tailored to enrich the learning journey of every child in our Infant School. These include:
- a strong connection with the Forestry Commission and Belmont Estate, whereby sessions are led by teachers who engage children in outdoor activities based on a progressive Forest School Programme.
- Beach School, where art, design, construction, science and drama unite in a unique beach setting.
- Farm School, which exposes children to animal and crop farming.
- trips to Belmont Estate, where children delve into educational programs centred around rewilding, sustainability, conservation and the wonders of nature.
- developing skills to immerse Infant School children in the outdoors, building confidence to take part in adventurous activities as they progress into Year 3 and beyond.
Embracing sustainability as a core School principle is reinforced in our aim to minimise transport, eliminate packaging and reduce paper waste, ensuring a responsible and impactful approach to learning. This manner of exploration instils respect, as well as a responsibility and love for the natural world.
