Little Explorers Forest School at The Cathedral School

Experience our enchanting Forest School with an engaging 8-week programme for children aged 2 to 4.

Little Explorers Forest School offers children aged 2 to 4 the chance to explore nature, build confidence, and develop key skills through fun and interactive outdoor activities.

Run by qualified Cathedral School professionals in a safe and inspiring environment, our sessions are designed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and promote a love for the natural world.

Benefits of Forest School

• Confidence: Opportunities to try new things at their own pace.
• Social skills: Learn sharing and collaboration through group activities.
• Language development: Develop communication through storytelling and interaction.
• Physical development: Enhance gross and fine motor skills and stamina.
• Motivation and concentration: Foster a keenness to participate and focus.
• Knowledge and respect for nature: Encourage an understanding of and care for the environment.

"We loved everything about these sessions. It was lovely for my child to have the freedom to explore and get messy and to engage with different themes each week. I also enjoyed not having to do the tidying up afterwards!" - Parent

Event Details

When: Every Wednesday from 4th March to 13th May 2026 (excluding Easter holidays), 09:30 - 10:30 (arrive for 09:15)

Where: Forest School at The Cathedral School, Llandaff

What’s Included:

• Storytelling under a cosy yurt
• Themed activities to include mud kitchen fun, potion-making, bug hunts, crafting, scavenger hunts, meeting and making new friends and much more!
• Refreshments

Cost:

• £12 per single session
• £80 for all 8 sessions when booked in advance.

You are welcome to bring along babies in prams free of charge.

Spaces are limited to 12 children per session – book early to secure your place!

Please note: The Cathedral School, Llandaff is a nut and peanut-free site. Refreshments will be provided throughout the event but, if you wish to bring your own, please ensure they do not contain nuts or peanuts. If your child requires emergency medication please bring it with you - parents/guardians are responsible for administering any necessary medication during the event.