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ABOUT US

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The sessions are mostly run by Inger and Lydia, with assistance from other fantastic Forest School facilitators and volunteers. Every session is run by a qualified Forest School Fascilitator with first aid and safeguarding training. All staff and volunteers are DBS checked.

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Inger Mak-Pearce

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Originally from Denmark, I came to Norfolk 24 years ago and raised my three children here. I am an experienced primary school teacher, specialising in EYFS and a certified Forest School leader (level 3). While pursuing my love of the outdoors and working at various Forest Schools, I dreamt about using my home plot for the same purpose. That's how Beechnut started. When not in Forest School mode, you might see me on the river Yare, in the river Bure, on my old bike or going for a very slow jog! 

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​Lydia Moore-Hall

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I am a Forest School practioner with over 10 years of forest school experience.
It all started in a class room, working as a teaching assistant, where I soon stumbled into the woods. Upon seeing, first hand, how a forest school environment is such an intrinsic part of a child's positive development, exploration and holistic well-being, it seemed the only way! We can all blossom in nature. Currently home educating my two children, the forest school ethos has become a part of my life. This whilst meandering across the fens and coast of Norfolk and the mountains of North Wales, the world is our classroom, with plenty of snack breaks included...

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Lisa Bicker

 

I'm a qualified, experienced teacher and have taken the leap to transfer my skills into the woods as a Level 3 Forest School Leader. I'm fascinated about the positive difference that the outdoors makes to our future generations; and enjoys sharing the children’s individual journeys and learning paths through the woods. You might also know me as ‘Lisa Lark’ at Wheatfen Forest School.

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​Sarah O'Flynn

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​I have always been very interested in the natural world, and previously trained and worked as an environmental scientist. When I discovered the magic of Forest School as a parent while attending sessions with my daughter, I felt very inspired. Initially captivated by the nature connection aspect, combined with the holistic, learner-centered, non-judgmental approach I was hooked, and eager to learn more. Now I feel passionate about supporting others to experience the Forest School ethos and have recently completed my Forest School Leader training. I thoroughly enjoy facilitating nature-based play and nature connection, as well as helping to foster a sense of community for children, young people and adults alike, for the innumerable benefits that they bring.

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