A place where children are inspired through nature
Nurture Outdoor Kindergarten, for children aged 2 to 8 years old
About Us
Nurture Outdoor Kindergarten was founded in 2015 on the idea that a progressive education model can be combined with embracing the outdoors to create a vibrant, innovative Kindergarten where children's inherent desire to learn about themselves and their world is nurtured.
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Guiding Principles
Nature Nurtures
We follow a progressive education model: that prepares children for “active participation in a democratic society, in the context of a child-centered environment, and with an enduring commitment to social justice” Tom Little.
We are influenced by the philosophies of Scandinavian and German Kindergartens which respect the importance of outdoor experience for exploration, learning and development.
Respect: we promote respect for the child by viewing them as a competent individual in need of secure relationships, consistency, challenge and risk, autonomy, time to play without interruption and freedom to explore their world.
Our Expertise
Child-led, nature-based learning
Established 2015
Find out why teachers and entrepreneurs are choosing Nurture Outdoor Kindergarten.
Logbook
A place for us to share our adventures, knowledge and insights into the work we do at Kindergarten
Campfire Kettle Goodness
Our latest community day saw the campfire kettles centre stage. Out in the green space adjacent to...
Firewood for the Log Burner
It's always a privilege to share in community work at Nurture Outdoor Kindergarten. Today our...
Winter Campfire with Marshmallows
This winter has been a mild one, consisting of incessant rain and storms. Thankfully, we've found...
Winter Woodland Workshop
On Saturday we headed into the green space for our first winter professional tour. During these...
Professional Visits
Interested in visiting NOK?
From professional visits to setting up your own outdoor learning programme, we have options for passionate professionals and social entrepreneurs.
Our People
Passionate Practitioners
We have an experienced and highly qualified team, with each individual bringing something special to NOK. From Forest School Leaders to Primary School Teachers, ours is a unique, close-knit team.
Nurture Office
Nurture Outdoor Kindergarten
Top Barn Farm, Holt Heath
Worcester, WR6 6NH
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01905 748428
hello@nurturekindergarten.com