Saplings Forest School – Thursday Playgroup at Wakehurst

Saplings Forest School – Thursday Playgroup at Kew, Wakehurst

For children aged 0–5 years | Pre-walker siblings come FREE
Every Thursday during term time | 10:30am – 12:00pm

Join us for our brand new Saplings Forest School sessions, held weekly at the beautiful wild botanical garden, Wakehurst in Ardingly, near Haywards Heath. We’ve been running Forest School sessions for years and we are delighted to offer a brand new nurturing, fun and creative space for young children and their grown-ups to learn, explore and grow together.

Led by our wonderful Forest School leader, Heidi-Jo, the Thursday playgroup is open to all children aged 0–5. These family sessions are perfect for little ones to experience their first adventures outdoors—learning through play, discovery and connection with the natural world.

What to expect:

• Seasonal exploration and wildlife discovery

• Games, crafts and confidence-building activities

• A welcoming community of families

• A rich blend of nature play, creativity, and meaningful first experiences that nurture the whole child.

Whether you’re splashing in puddles, building dens, or toasting snacks over the fire, there’s always something magical happening with us at Wakehurst.

When: Every Thursday during term time 
Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm
Where: Wakehurst, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6TN

Booking is essential. Our forest school groups fill up fast!
If booking within 48 hours of the session, please ensure you introduce yourself to our Forest School leader at 10:30am, as the list may not be fully updated.

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Let your little ones explore, discover, create and make friends—come and be part of the Little Forest School community!