At Forest Grove we adopt a learner-centred pedagogical approach, which is driven by the  interest of the learners and responds to meeting their needs. 

This ‘child-led’ approach puts the learner first. Our highly-skilled practitioners are responsive to the needs and interests of the children and follow their lead to learning.

Children thrive in a child-led environment. Framing learning within a child’s interests instills within the child a life-long love of learning.

Play is a child’s work: when a child is deep in play, deep learning is taking place.

‘Play’ is a key component of learning at Forest Grove and play-based learning encourages a child’s imagination and keeps them stimulated, motivated and curious.

Extended play in an open-ended environment allows time for further creativity and imagination. Play-based learning promotes creative thinking and problem solving.

Most importantly, ‘Learning through Play’ keeps learning fun!

The natural environment offers endless learning opportunities and resources. At Forest Grove our practitioners are specifically trained to utilise the natural world to help children to progress in all areas of their learning and development.

Research has proven that children develop best from physical, hands-on learning, as these experiences are more memorable. The natural environment is the perfect place for a child to access first-hand learning experiences.

Learning through Nature is also a powerful way of keeping a child connected to the natural world, resulting in profound benefits which are long-lasting. Children who develop an early connection with nature are more likely to grow up caring for the environment and having a passion for conservation and sustainability.

At Forest Grove we foster the relationship between the learner and the natural world.