Woodland Explorers!
Prep 1 and Prep 2: Fridays 3.45 to 4.45pm (10 sessions, term-time)
Our Woodland Explorers After School Club offers young adventurers an opportunity to explore, create, play games and relax in our beautiful grounds.
A wide selection of forest based and bush craft inspired activities will be on offer, including den building, fire lighting, wild food, rope bridges and woodland crafts with an opportunity to use tools in a fully supervised environment. Crafts may include whittling, making necklaces and crowns, clay sculptures, willow stars, creating mini villages… Inspired by nature, the opportunities are endless!
Hot chocolate (and occasional marshmallows!) are included.
Warning: Children may get dirty!
Please note, as this club is scheduled over autumn term, after October half term we will be working in twilight. Most children find this an exciting experience! Some November sessions may be held close to school buildings.
Start date: 15th September 2017.
No Sessions: Half term (20th & 27th October 2017).
End date: 1st December 2017.
Woodland Explorers After School Club -BookingForm
Times:Autumn Term, Fridays, 3.45-4.45
Venue: Royal Junior School
Child’s Information
Childs Name:Class (P1/P2):
Date of Birth:
Please provide full details of any allergies (food, environmental, medical etc.) and clearly state any dietary requirements.
Please give details of any pre-existing medical condition and symptoms to be aware of:
Please provide details of any medication (and dosage should it be required):
Is there anything else we should know about your child?
Parent Contact Details and Emergency Contact
Adult 1Name:Relationship:
Contact Numbers:
Adult 2Name:
Relationship:
Contact Numbers:
In sending your child to the Woodland Explorers Club you are confirming your understanding of the risks and agreement with the terms and conditions found within this booking form. Parent / Carer Signature…………………………………………
In the event of an emergency I give permission for first aid to be carried out on my child by a qualified first aider. Parent / Carer Signature…………………………………………
Important Information – Terms Conditions
Cost: 10 x 1 hour sessions at £10 per session: £100
Payment: Payment by BACS to Deborah Lane, Sort code: 30-93-94 (Haslemere, Lloyds TSB), Account No: 31340560. Please reference your payment as RJS and your child’s name/surname.
Missed sessions –if the session is cancelled due to ill health of the leader, a refund for the session will be given.
Staff – a minimum of 3 DBS checked staff will be supervising our group, led by a fully qualified Forest School Leader. The Forest School Leader running the event holds Public Liability Insurance.
Autumn sunset– please note that for later sessions in the Autumn term, children will be outside at twilight. Many children find this an exciting experience. However, the forest school leader will monitor the comfort of children and may relocate from the woodland classroom towards the main school buildings if it becomes too dark to work safely or if children become nervous.
Weather - Please be aware that the woodland explorers club takes place outdoors in any weather – including heavy rain. The only exception is in the case of moderate/high winds (Beaufort 5 or above) and electrical storms, in which case indoor contingency will be provided. Our outdoor base camp will have dry spaces for the children to use if desired, but we tend to find children love the opportunity to play in the rain! Your child may come home muddy!
Risks - Please note that children will be playing in an environment with natural hazards, for example: uneven ground, tree roots, brambles, nettles, midges and ticks. Your child will also have the opportunity to use tools (peelers, saw, palm drill) in a supervised environment. The site and activities on offer are carefully risk assessed, and we take every precaution to ensure safe play. Our staff are fully First Aid Trained to a high level with a focus on paediatric and outdoor provision. Although we hope not to encounter ticks, please do familiarise yourself with the health guidelines.
Clothing: It is important that Children wear suitable clothing to be comfortable outdoors in any weather: home clothes should be worn - long sleeves and long trousers at all times to help protect skin from sunshine, brambles and ticks. (No shorts, t-shirts, plimsolls or open sandals please).Warm layers and a full set of waterproofs.Comfy wellies or rugged outdoor shoes/boots.Clothing may get dirty or damaged so old clothes are best.
Water/ Snacks:A Snack will be provided by school immediately before the club and children will be encouraged to bring a full water-bottle.
Medication - Our staff are not authorised togive any medication to your child, with the exception of assisting with epipens and inhalers. If your child carries an epipen or inhaler, please check they are in date and provide them to the Forest School Leader (via ASC)in a clear named plastic bag. In the case of inhalers, please ensure staff are informed of usage/dosage, and that the booking form clearly outlines the information requested.