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Wild Explorers Forest School
Our Little
Squirrels room is
perfect for
children from
12 months old.

A child-led outdoor nursery in Poynton where play, movement, friendships and curiosity form the rhythm of the day.

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No four walls required ♡
A classroom that changes with the weather.

Wild Explorers is predominantly outdoor-based. The setting is designed around movement, exploration, hands-on experiences and the freedom to follow children’s interests.

A hand holding a leaf and a conker made into a smiling face
Pans, bowls and potion bottles set out on the mud kitchen table
Muddy knees welcome ♡

Growing up in Little Squirrels.

Little Squirrels is perfect for children from 12 months old, and we recognise that children across this age range are at very different stages of development. We adapt activities so they are meaningful and achievable for every age in the room.

For our youngest, that means developing early communication and physical confidence. As they grow, the focus moves to building friendships and independence.

We support each child’s individual routines where appropriate, including offering naps in accordance with the Safer Sleep Guidelines.

What nursery days build.

The environment naturally creates opportunities for physical development, language, friendships, confidence, problem-solving, creativity and practical independence.

Two hand-drawn mushrooms

Curiosity

Children are encouraged to notice, investigate and ask their own questions.

A hand-drawn pine cone beside a fallen leaf

Confidence

Appropriate challenge and supported risk-taking help children understand their own abilities.

Wooden signpost reading Kinder Children and Happier Futures

Independence

Choices, self-care and practical routines all become part of everyday learning.

A natural step up to Owls.

As children grow, we gradually increase the level of independence, exploration and challenge, so the move into Owls, our pre-school room, feels like a natural progression rather than a big leap.

Meet Owls, our pre-school

Nursery days ♡
Come and see nursery life for yourself.

Wild Explorers Forest School

A predominantly outdoor-based, Ofsted registered forest school nursery in Poynton, centred on child-led learning, nature and exploration.

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