Bus Stop Pre-school Nursery & Forest School

At Bus Stop Pre-School, Nursery and Forest School, we are a family-run educational institution located in the picturesque grounds of the National Trust's Polesden Lacey Estate in Bookham, Surrey. Our dedicated building sits within the estate, allowing our group to explore the magnificent North Downs. We believe that children should experience learning regardless of the weather, which is why we follow the Forest School approach and the Learning Outside the Classroom approach to learning, alongside the Government's Early Year Foundation Stage Curriculum, 2021.

Our Approach

Our approach to learning is built on providing children from birth to 5 years with the opportunity to experience learning through play, exploration, risk-taking, and with time to test out their own ideas. Children are given the freedom to move freely between our well-planned inside and outside learning environments, experience trips within the local community, and go on weekly adventures at Forest School, where they eat, sleep, and play in the woods all day. Our learning approach aims to create independent, resilient, critical thinkers, active learners, and promote respect for others.

Services

We offer a range of services designed to cater to the unique needs of our young learners. Our Pre-School and Nursery provide a safe and stimulating environment where children can grow and develop at their own pace. Our Forest School programme is designed to foster a love of nature and the outdoors, while our training courses and events provide opportunities for students and professionals to develop their skills and knowledge.

Forest School

Our Forest School programme is a unique and innovative approach to learning that takes place in the woods. Our experienced and trained staff provide a safe and supportive environment where children can explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. Our Forest School programme is designed to promote independence, self-confidence, and a love of nature and the outdoors.

Training and Events

We also offer a range of training courses and events designed to promote professional development and best practices in early years education. Our courses are led by experienced and trained professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality education and care to young children. Our events provide opportunities for students, professionals, and parents to come together, share ideas, and learn from each other.