Acorn Forest Schools Northamptonshire

What makes us a great choice for education?

At Acorn, we pride ourselves on our personal approach to delivery. Our small team of highly experienced staff will make you feel like you have been coming to our sessions for years, by really getting to know your needs and what you aim to get out of your sessions with us. We will communicate with you every step of the way.

Accreditation and Awards

We are a member of the Institute of Outdoor Learning.

What is typically included on our school trips?

Depending on the type of session, we will provide enough staff to support the size of your group, all equipment/resources required to deliver the session, and a hot drink and snack around a fire. We even offer cooked lunch for some groups! No matter how big or small your session will be with us, we always provide high levels of advice and guidance to help you plan your perfect trip. 

Group Sizes Catered For

We can cater to lots of different size groups, from very small groups up to about 60 children. We do not have an upper limit, but the group size will depend on how many staff needed to support you and what type of session you are hoping to complete. 

Materials, Resources & Information Provided

We provide all resources required to deliver your session, including equipment, resources, food/drink, activity sheets, risk assessments, among others. If we are able to send it as a sample before the session then we will.  

Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions

Yes, along as all relevant permissions have been obtained. 

Risk Assessment Details

We provide both risk assessments and risk-benefit assessments for every session with us, covering both the site and the activities. We always work with our schools to come up with the risk assessments, and they are sent out before hand as required. 

Education Officer Information

Gemma Goodchild

forestschool@acornearlyyears.org.uk 

07872 470266

Pricing Information

All quotes generated are bespoke to the group’s sessions plan. However, prices range from ‘free’ self-led sessions around Salcey Forest, to Resource/Equipment Hire at c.£25 per pack, to sessions delivered by a trained leader that range from £80 to £400 per session.

Clothing Requirements

All clothing must be appropriate for the forest and the weather on that day. For example, wellies or walking boots are recommended in wet periods, warm clothing throughout winter, etc. 

First Aid Information

All staff are trained in Paediatric and Outdoor Activity First Aid.

Available Facilities

Salcey Forest has a toilet block and café on site. The education area is a short walk (up to 10mins) from these facilities. 

Accessibility & Disabled Facilities

We strive to be as accessible as possible, and our senior staff are trained in SEND. However, the forest environment brings natural challenges to disabled individuals. Please contact us to discuss before booking. 

Opening Hours & Information

Monday – Friday (weekdays), from 8:30am to 8pm. These hours are seasonal and depend on the available daylight hours throughout the year, as most sessions take place outside!