Organised by training firm the Best Practice Network, the trip aims to help the group learn the virtues of outdoor education and how it could be used in the UK.
Maureen Lee, director of development and learning at the Best Practice Network, said: "Children have very little structured activity. Instead, they are encouraged to get on with things themselves - for example they are allowed to climb trees, make fires, jump in puddles.
"Some forest schools have already been established in the UK. Their methods are seen as valuable and are influencing how we work with children here."
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
