Episode 18: The Forest School approach to learning with Mel McCree and Sarah Lawfull

In this TTS Talking podcast episode, Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by renowned Forest School experts, Mel McCree and Sarah Lawfull. Sharing their knowledge and passion for everything Forest School, Sarah and Mel share their tips and guidance to help practitioners develop their confidence when taking children’s learning outdoors and why the Forest School approach is an…

4 April 2023

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Episode 17: An introduction to the Forest School Approach with Mel McCree and Sarah Lawfull

In this TTS Talking podcast episode, Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by renowned Forest School experts, Mel McCree and Sarah Lawfull. Sharing their passion for the Forest School approach, Sarah and Mel explain to Alistair the 6 key principles and how this ethos really benefits child development. The Forest School ethos offers children a play-based approach…

31 March 2023

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Episode 16: Fostering a love for sustainability in the Early Years with Cheryl Hadland

With many Early Years settings looking for ways to implement more sustainable practices in their settings and gardens, Cheryl Hadland, Managing Director at Tops Day Nurseries, joins our latest podcast episode to share her thoughts on creating a more sustainable learning environment. From top tips on fostering a love for environmentally friendly activities, resources, and best…

27 March 2023

Cheryl Hadland Outdoor Podcast Series 1

Episode 15: Early Years Climate Action Plans with Cheryl Hadland

Cheryl Hadland, Founder, and Managing Director at Tops Day Nurseries, joins Alistair Bryce-Clegg in this episode to talk about climate action plans in the Early Years. Cheryl shares what a climate action plan is and the benefit of having one for your setting, as well as advice for achieving best practice. What is a climate…

23 March 2023

Cheryl Hadland Outdoor Podcast Series 1

Episode 14: Planting and eating sustainably with Cheryl Hadland

Cheryl Hadland, Founder, and Managing Director at Tops Day Nurseries, joins Alistair Bryce-Clegg in this episode to talk about practical ways to adopt a more sustainable approach in Early Years settings. Overcoming challenges Cheryl shares her passion for planting and eating sustainably, offering practical tips and guidance to overcome some of the challenges practitioners may…

17 March 2023

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Tim Holmes: How outdoor learning benefits wellbeing

Dr Tim Holmes, TTS Talking Outdoor Spaces panelist, shares the importance of outdoor leaning and how this benefits wellbeing. Last year, researchers from the universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Exeter, Kings College London, University College London and Pennsylvania State published the results of an 8-year study into the effectiveness of school based mindfulness training on the…

16 March 2023

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Episode 13: Recycling and reusing in the Early Years with Cheryl Hadland

Cheryl Hadland, Founder, and Managing Director at Tops Day Nurseries, joins Alistair Bryce-Clegg in this episode to talk all things sustainability in the Early Years. Reusing and recycling Cheryl explains the importance of recycling and reusing in the Early Years, sharing practical tips to help make your resources go further and, in return, adopt a more sustainable…

15 March 2023

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Meet Podcast Guest: Sarah Lawfull

After 20 years as a primary, then early years teacher, Sarah escaped to the woods, joining the Oxfordshire Forest School Service. Using the Forest School approach with SEND groups, schools, and early years settings, she witnessed the transformational impact of Forest School on the children, staff, and families she worked with. The Forest School impact As…

15 March 2023

Niki Buchan Outdoor Podcast Series 1

Episode 12: Creating engaging outdoor learning experiences with Niki Buchan

In this episode, International Educational Consultant and nature-based learning advocate, Niki Buchan, offers practical suggestions for creating a positive ethos for nature-based learning in all different types of environments. Taking learning outdoors During her conversation with Alistair, Niki encourages practitioners to consider the following: 🌳 Take children's learning beyond the setting by visiting local parks and…

8 March 2023

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How active is your playground?

Looking for ways to get children more active at break and lunchtimes? In this blog, Philippa Youlden shares her advice and top tips. When I think back to my time at school and what I played at break and lunchtime, it was usually some kind of ball game, skipping or elastics (French skipping). Others chose to…

2 March 2023

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