Supporting the development of Forest School across Ireland
Welcome to the Irish Forest School Association Who We AreFind a forest schoolWhat is Forest School?
Forest School is an inspirational process, that offers ALL learners regular opportunities to achieve and develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences in a woodland or natural environment with trees.
Our Mission
The Irish Forest School Association was founded in 2016 to support the development of Forest School learning in Ireland. Our mission is to support the development of quality Forest Schools in a diverse range of settings in Ireland.
Membership
Membership of the IFSA is open to everyone interested in developing quality Forest School in Ireland. Membership is renewed annually in May as a part of the annual conference subscription.
Next Steps
How to Get Involved
Become a Member
Principles of Forest School
Train as a Forest School Leader
Come to our Events
Find a
Forest School
near you
Child Protection
Benefits of Forest School
Changes in self-esteem and confidence
Improve physical skills
Increase motivation for learning and improve concentration
Co-operation as part of a team teaches children to be aware of others
Improve language and communication skills
Improve relationship with and understanding of the outdoors
Enhance numeracy and literacy skills
join us
UPCOMING EVENTS
IFSA Spring 2023 Webinars
Monday Feb 27th 7-8pm
Storytelling with Clare Murphy
‘Self, Story & Sovereignty’
Monday March 13th 7-8 pm
Reconnecting the Regions
Follow up on the Autumn Gathering
Monday March 27th
Internationally renowned
nature connection mentor
Mark Morey
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IFSA Annual Gathering and AGM
Sat/Sun 10th-11th June. Venue TBC
Cost:
€20 for current trainees (includes IFSA membership until May 2023)
€35 for non-members (includes IFSA membership until May 2023)
Resources
An Taisce Green Schools
CRANN Trees for Ireland
Native Woodland Trust
Leave No Trace
LEAF Ireland
Field Studies Ireland
Heritage in Schools
Forest School Association (England)
Children and Natural Alliance of Canada
Outdoor & Woodland Learning in Scotland (OWL)
Nature Days
Lasmuigh – the professional practice journal for the Outdoor Sector on the Island of Ireland
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