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Birtley Estate, Birtley Road, Guildford, GU5 0LB
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19 December 2023
My children have now been going to Surrey Hills Forest School since September and the difference in them has been enormous. Their confidence, language and understanding have grown hugely and they love going. The staff are so kind, reassuring and patient and they think of the most creative things for the children to do. What they have created is so unique and special and gives them a chance to experience things they wouldn't do in most other nurseries and pre-schools.
14 December 2023
Surrey Hills Forest School is an outstanding preschool that has undoubtedly become a cornerstone in the early education journey of our son. From the moment we enrolled him, we have been consistently impressed with the level of care and attention provided to every child within this nurturing environment. One of the standout features of Surrey Hills Forest School is its unique approach to early education, integrating the wonders of nature into the learning process. The school's location amid the serene Surrey Hills provides an idyllic backdrop for children to explore and discover the natural world around them. This innovative approach not only fosters a deep appreciation for nature, but also enhances various aspects of a child's development. Thanks to the lovely staff our son, from day one, felt secure and nurtured.
11 December 2023
This is a wonderful nursery with nurturing staff who you can feel confident will keep your child safe and happy. The outdoor environment is an absolute delight and my son adores being able to spend so much time outside. They are given so many opportunities that they would not otherwise experience and independence and resilience are fostered.
11 December 2023
Absolutely amazing! My son has been attending since spring 2023 and he thoroughly enjoys himself each and every day he attends. The staff are so kind and caring, I trust them wholeheartedly and feel they teach in a way that aligns with how we parent. I’m very impressed with how they continually incorporate learning into the children’s interests and follow their lead, allowing them to explore and express themselves. Knowing my son is gaining not only knowledge, but skills and experience in the beautiful outdoors makes me so happy and seeing how much he’s grown in such a short time confirms we made the right choice in Surrey Hills Forest School.
08 March 2023
My daughter started at Forest School about a month ago and has loved every minute of it. She spends all day outside and comes home with rosy cheeks, dirt on her jacket and a massive grin on her face. She is learning so much about nature and is incredibly confident, thanks to the encouraging team there. What a lovely place!
22 November 2022
I cannot praise the manager and his team enough! I have had two children go through so far, and our third will definitely be going too! They have been so approachable, kind and supportive to both my kids and us as a family. To know our children get to spend a whole day outside, come rain or shine with happy staff, muddy puddles, and a warming fire is just magic. They are encouraged to be inquisitive about the world around them and taught to be trustworthy and explore! I really could not ask for more. It is a very special place.
22 November 2022
My son has loved every minute of attending the Surrey Hills Forest School. The teaching staff there are incredible. It's a safe environment with everything the kids could need. The thought put into the activities and spaces at the Forest School has ensured a wonderfully unique environment. I highly recommend.
22 November 2022
I am extremely impressed with the excellent level of care at the Forest School. The setting is beautiful, the staff are brilliant, and the communication is also excellent. It's so good for children to be outside at this age. The Forest School provides a lot of individual attention and education. I get sent pictures of my daughter during the day of her enjoying the activities and comments on her development and 'learning journey'. They get a hot meal at lunchtime, and I am notified of how much she eats. My daughter absolutely loves it. Every time I say, 'it's Forest School tomorrow', she says, 'yay!'
22 November 2022
Both my sons have loved being part of Surrey Hills Forest School, they enjoy the different environment in which it has allowed them to learn, and I, as a parent, love the fact they are outside in the fresh air for the day. The child-led play is great and allows the children to follow their interests.
13 October 2020
We love this forest school! Our son has flourished here, he has speech and language difficulties but the nature of this setting has allowed him to explore his speech abilities without the spotlight of a classroom, in an alternative setting, and he has totally blossomed. He comes home dirty, exhausted and happy - just what we want! So many fun activities, in a shady setting, well-protected from the elements. The Manager has made a wonderful preschool in the forest. We will be sending our youngest when he's old enough!
03 October 2020
We absolutely love Forest School - both my daughters have attended term time and summer club. There are so many opportunities for independent play, exploration and fun and the girls come home each day with stories of what they have seen and done, all in the fantastic woodland setting. They are so well looked after - I would definitely recommend to anyone with a pre-school child.
02 October 2020
The Forest School is such a lovely place! Carefully thought out, nurturing and safe. My daughter loved her time there and keeps talking about going back next year! The owner and the team did a fabulous job, especially given the current covid regulations etc. I would thoroughly recommend it. There's nothing better than giving your child a love for outdoor adventures!
02 October 2020
My daughter attended Surrey Hills Forest School in the summer term of 2020. She had a brilliant time there and really enjoyed all the variety of outdoor learning provided by the team. The facilities are excellent - having a working toilet and cooked meals was a real bonus. I would highly recommend a forest school setting to all pre-school children - its such a lovely experience for them to learn in nature.
Latest Reviews for Surrey Hills Forest School
19 December 2023
My children have now been going to Surrey Hills Forest School since September and the difference in them has been enormous. Their confidence, language and understanding have grown hugely and they love going. The staff are so kind, reassuring and patient and they think of the most creative things for the children to do. What they have created is so unique and special and gives them a chance to experience things they wouldn't do in most other nurseries and pre-schools.
14 December 2023
Surrey Hills Forest School is an outstanding preschool that has undoubtedly become a cornerstone in the early education journey of our son. From the moment we enrolled him, we have been consistently impressed with the level of care and attention provided to every child within this nurturing environment. One of the standout features of Surrey Hills Forest School is its unique approach to early education, integrating the wonders of nature into the learning process. The school's location amid the serene Surrey Hills provides an idyllic backdrop for children to explore and discover the natural world around them. This innovative approach not only fosters a deep appreciation for nature, but also enhances various aspects of a child's development. Thanks to the lovely staff our son, from day one, felt secure and nurtured.
11 December 2023
This is a wonderful nursery with nurturing staff who you can feel confident will keep your child safe and happy. The outdoor environment is an absolute delight and my son adores being able to spend so much time outside. They are given so many opportunities that they would not otherwise experience and independence and resilience are fostered.
11 December 2023
Absolutely amazing! My son has been attending since spring 2023 and he thoroughly enjoys himself each and every day he attends. The staff are so kind and caring, I trust them wholeheartedly and feel they teach in a way that aligns with how we parent. I’m very impressed with how they continually incorporate learning into the children’s interests and follow their lead, allowing them to explore and express themselves. Knowing my son is gaining not only knowledge, but skills and experience in the beautiful outdoors makes me so happy and seeing how much he’s grown in such a short time confirms we made the right choice in Surrey Hills Forest School.
08 March 2023
My daughter started at Forest School about a month ago and has loved every minute of it. She spends all day outside and comes home with rosy cheeks, dirt on her jacket and a massive grin on her face. She is learning so much about nature and is incredibly confident, thanks to the encouraging team there. What a lovely place!
22 November 2022
I cannot praise the manager and his team enough! I have had two children go through so far, and our third will definitely be going too! They have been so approachable, kind and supportive to both my kids and us as a family. To know our children get to spend a whole day outside, come rain or shine with happy staff, muddy puddles, and a warming fire is just magic. They are encouraged to be inquisitive about the world around them and taught to be trustworthy and explore! I really could not ask for more. It is a very special place.
22 November 2022
My son has loved every minute of attending the Surrey Hills Forest School. The teaching staff there are incredible. It's a safe environment with everything the kids could need. The thought put into the activities and spaces at the Forest School has ensured a wonderfully unique environment. I highly recommend.
22 November 2022
I am extremely impressed with the excellent level of care at the Forest School. The setting is beautiful, the staff are brilliant, and the communication is also excellent. It's so good for children to be outside at this age. The Forest School provides a lot of individual attention and education. I get sent pictures of my daughter during the day of her enjoying the activities and comments on her development and 'learning journey'. They get a hot meal at lunchtime, and I am notified of how much she eats. My daughter absolutely loves it. Every time I say, 'it's Forest School tomorrow', she says, 'yay!'
22 November 2022
Both my sons have loved being part of Surrey Hills Forest School, they enjoy the different environment in which it has allowed them to learn, and I, as a parent, love the fact they are outside in the fresh air for the day. The child-led play is great and allows the children to follow their interests.
13 October 2020
We love this forest school! Our son has flourished here, he has speech and language difficulties but the nature of this setting has allowed him to explore his speech abilities without the spotlight of a classroom, in an alternative setting, and he has totally blossomed. He comes home dirty, exhausted and happy - just what we want! So many fun activities, in a shady setting, well-protected from the elements. The Manager has made a wonderful preschool in the forest. We will be sending our youngest when he's old enough!
03 October 2020
We absolutely love Forest School - both my daughters have attended term time and summer club. There are so many opportunities for independent play, exploration and fun and the girls come home each day with stories of what they have seen and done, all in the fantastic woodland setting. They are so well looked after - I would definitely recommend to anyone with a pre-school child.
02 October 2020
The Forest School is such a lovely place! Carefully thought out, nurturing and safe. My daughter loved her time there and keeps talking about going back next year! The owner and the team did a fabulous job, especially given the current covid regulations etc. I would thoroughly recommend it. There's nothing better than giving your child a love for outdoor adventures!
02 October 2020
My daughter attended Surrey Hills Forest School in the summer term of 2020. She had a brilliant time there and really enjoyed all the variety of outdoor learning provided by the team. The facilities are excellent - having a working toilet and cooked meals was a real bonus. I would highly recommend a forest school setting to all pre-school children - its such a lovely experience for them to learn in nature.