Learning resources for forest visits

A girl is examining a tree trunk in a forest

Downloadable teaching resources

Our free downloadable educational resources are curriculum-linked, cover core subjects and are easily adaptable. Find the perfect resource for using in your classroom, school grounds or local forest.

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trees in the sunshine at Cannock Chase
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02 September 2025

KS3, KS4. Students will calculate how much carbon is being stored in a tree and compare this with the carbon footprint of everyday activities.

A digital illustration of Stick Man alongside a pile of example paper worksheets.
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19 March 2025

Designed for early years and KS1, these curriculum-linked activity sheets bring the Stick Man book to life.

Graphic designed banner with digital illustrations of a log slice and pine tree branch with example worksheets
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KS3 Geography

Teach the concept of landscape change with free downloadable lesson plans and teachers pack. Suitable for KS3 Geography.

A section of map showing Ennerdale forest
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09 July 2024

Gain confidence using OS maps with this downloadable learning resource. Suitable for KS3 Geography.

A banner showing digital illustrations of leaves, log slice and fir cone, with worksheets.
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09 July 2024

Three lesson plans designed to help teach students how England’s forests are used as a natural, sustainable resource.

A graphic design banner showing a tree trunk, log slice, leaves and tape measure
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05 September 2023

KS3, KS4. This activity sheet shows students how to record the growth of trees over time, encouraging them to consider all of the factors involved.

Graphic artwork banner showing different leaves, a log slice and example worksheets
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KS2

Prepare your class for a forest visit with this free resource. Discuss and prioritise what to pack for outdoor learning for outdoor learning. Perfect for KS2 geography and science.

Graphic artwork banner showing pine cone, different leaves, a pencil and example worksheet
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EYFS and KS1

Forest visit preparation activity. Get early years and KS1 pupils excited for their forest visit. Use this free activity sheet to plan what to pack and prepare for an outdoor trip.

Graphic design artwork banner showing leaves, logs, conkers and example worksheet
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KS2

Bring scientific enquiry to life with a forest visit. Use this free KS2 learning resource to explore how a forest looks and feels before your trip.

Graphic design artwork banner showing leaves, twigs, pencils and example worksheet
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KS2

Help your pupils prepare for a forest school visit with this free activity sheet exploring forest hazards and outdoor safety. Perfect for science and geography lessons.

Graphic design banner showing leaves of different colours, a ruler and example worksheets
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KS1 and KS2

Explore how forests changes through the seasons with this free activity sheet. Suitable for KS1 and KS2 and preparation for a forest visit.

Graphic design banner showing leaves, pine cone, pen and example worksheet
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KS1 and KS2

KS1, KS2. Free forest visit worksheets that spark curiosity about nature in preparation for your school trip.

Graphic design banner showing different types of leaves, log slice, pencil and example worksheet
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EYFS, KS1 and KS2

Create your own forest code. Teach forest safety and respect for nature with this fun activity before your outdoor forest trip.

Superworm with educational activity sheets
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Superworm activity sheets

Early years and KS1. Bring to life the Superworm book with our super educational activity sheets.

Boy holding bug pot
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The Forest Code for Minibeast Hunting

Follow our Forest Code for Minibeast Hunting and help care for the forests’ smallest creatures.

Woman doing yoga pose among the trees
Video
02 November 2021

Forest yoga for teachers. Join in with our 20 minute guided yoga session in a peaceful forest.

Looking up
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02 November 2021

Learn how to measure a tree using just a stick.

Autumn Leaves
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02 November 2021

KS2, KS3. An introduction to Autumn leaf changes.

Forest of Dean River Landscape
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Climate Change education resources

KS3. Our resources will help teachers explain how sustainable forest management can help combat the nature and climate crisis and how everyone can do their bit to help

A close-up of three children examining the trunk of a tree in the forest
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14 July 2021

Suitable for all ages, these 19 colourful posters help identify some common tree species.

Woman teaching yoga in the forest
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11 March 2021

KS2. Take your class on a 12 minute woodland adventure with Karen.

A footpath through a forest with a tree trunk in the foreground
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05 November 2020

Bring the forest into the classroom and connect with nature with this free downloadable learning resource for Key Stage 2.

Woman sat on grass in sunshine in yoga pose
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23 October 2020

Unwind and reconnect to nature with yoga in the forest.

Children running on muddy forest path in wellies
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23 October 2020

KS2, KS3. Bring your class together with 2 simple activities that encourage students to discuss their dreams and hopes for the future.

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