Welcome.

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Hi, I’m Ruth. 

I have 20 years experience working in local secondary schools- and for 16 of those I was a teacher of art and design. Over the last 4 years I’ve worked in Forest Schools, starting out in 2019 as a volunteer and going on to gain the Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification, which enabled me to work on a freelance basis for children aged 5-11 in holiday clubs.
In 2021 I developed a Forest School intervention programme for secondary school students with SEND, including those with Autism, ADHD and SEMH, together with a wellbeing programme for students who would benefit from learning outside in a woodland environment. Both programmes showed great results in terms of building confidence and resilience. Student found great enjoyment from the experience- they became natural leaders, guiding and supporting each other and it was a privilege to be part of their success.

On a personal level, I spend much of my free time outdoors and, having experienced the benefits to my own wellbeing of being around trees in particular, I’d like to help others to connect with nature in the same way. 

I am Fully insured, DBS checked and hold a certificate in outdoor first aid. In September 2023 I became a licenced Woodcraft for Wellbeing Practitioner, having completed the Certificate in Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing for Outdoor Leaders, with The Therapeutic Forest CIC. I have also completed training for the Hill and Moorland Leader award to allow me to lead guided walks.