Category: outdoor learning

Year 3 enjoyed an unforgettable residential at the Gordon Brown Education Centre in Hampshire. Students conquered low ropes, bouldering, and archery, while honing teamwork through bridge and shelter building. The children enjoyed making friendship bracelets and cozy fireside hot chocolates. Meeting the farm’s donkeys, goats,...

To celebrate the 100th birthday of Sir David Attenborough, the children at Prospect House took part in a special nature activity by releasing ten ladybirds into our on-site forest school, The Hollow. The children loved watching the tiny creatures crawl away into their new home,...

This past week in Nursery, the highlight was a wonderful trip to Putney Heath, where the children explored the signs of autumn in nature. They were excited to spot colourful leaves, acorns, and other seasonal treasures along the way. The children talked about the changes...

Year 3 enjoyed their first Wellbeing Walk on Tuesday as part of their transition programme. Luckily, the weather cooperated; the sun was shining and the children had a wonderful time exploring the Heath, splashing in puddles, chatting to their friends and teachers and building dens...

For the last Forest School session of the academic year, and also because of the hot weather, we swapped our muddy fun-fight to water play: Reception H versus Reception R! The children were absolutely delighted and had the opportunity to cool down for the afternoon....

We are proud to announce that Prospect House has been awarded the Eco-Schools Green Flag with Merit, recognising the outstanding progress we have made in sustainability. This achievement reflects the dedication and collaborative efforts of our pupils and staff, particularly through initiatives such as outdoor...

Year 2 had a wonderful time on their recent trip to Kew Gardens, made even better by the glorious sunshine! The children were full of excitement as they explored the many interactive areas of the Children’s Garden. A highlight of the day was a hands-on...

We recently held some open house sessions so that Reception could show their parents what they get up to in Forest School! The children went investigating for insects under logs, made ‘tea’ in the mud kitchen and used their artistic skills to make pictures using...

It is time, once again, for the RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch! On Thursday, the children at the Lower School all came outside to see what species of birds they could spot. We often see our feathered friends in the school playgrounds and Forest School, and...