I am excited for Lisa to share with you a little bit about herself and her reason for joining Forest Kids. She has been with us since September, so many of you already know her and her commitment to the children and our Forest School philosophies. I am so pleased to ha...

We had a fantastic time at the market on Saturday, sharing our passion for Forest kids! Susi did an amazing job of face painting forest animals, fantastical creators, scary monsters and even a cupcake :) 

We were also really inspired to meet so many families interested...

Risky play makes some parents worried, I am one such parent, so I understand. It took me a long time, and a lot of training, to be comfortable with risky play but I knew that it was important because I could see the benefit of it in the children that I spent my days wi...

 We are so excited to be finally sharing our new program with parents and prospective Forest Kids! Our first parent information session this morning was a little grey but the threat of rain is no deterrent, we still had loads of fun. It is fantastic to meet families an...

If you haven't explored Linley Valley, then let us introduce you to one of our favourite places.

Nestled between Departure and Hammond Bay is a magical place with mysterious woodlands, meandering creeks, sunny meadows and picturesque Cottle Lake, teaming with wildlife....

Nanaimo Forest Kids is very happy to announce our two new sites! 

Beginning September 2016 we will have sessions for children ages 3-5 in the morning at beautiful Westwood Lake and in the afternoon at picturesque Linley Valley. 

For more information and to regi...

Happy, happy Earth Day. May you have just a moment today to reflect on the beauty of this magnificent planet that we are so blessed to share with so many other life forms. May you have a moment today to celebrate with friends and family the life giving forests, oceans...

Spring in the forest is such a magical time of year. We love finding new leaf buds, tiny flowers and little insects coming out of their winter nests. One of our favourite things is listening to and watching the many birds that are so busy this time of year and we are e...

Here is a short list from Forest School Canada: 

• Improves health (environmental, physical, emotional, mental)

• Develops of fine and gross motor skills

• Increases understanding of and appreciation for nature

• Augments ecological literacy

• Makes addit...

Join us for an exciting new adventure at Nanaimo's first Forest School. Email nanaimoforestschool@gmail.com to register your little one for Autumn sessions.