Holiday drop-off sessions

New for Summer 2026 - drop off sessions at Mortimer Terrace!

Summer holiday drop-off sessions!

We are offering drop-off sessions at Mortimer Terrace this summer holiday!

For independent 3 – 8 year-old explorers!

Most Mondays & Thursdays: 09:00 – 16:00

Woodland adventures, crafts and natural sensory activities, following child-led seasonal rhythms.

Self-service booking open!

If booking a single child you can book direct on Setmore. Use the button below for immediate self-service. You will still need to complete the Google form.

You must complete this form to sign up: https://forms.gle/RBMh2H5uXcrBPy467

  • With it you provide the essential information needed for us to care for your child

  • If you want to send two children to a session, you must use the form only, as there may only be one space left!

Book an appointment with Budding Explorers Forest School using Setmore

Booking Terms

  • I won't be able to offer refunds unless in exceptional circumstances.

  • If you have booked the wrong day, get in touch - with enough notice, I may be able to move the booking to another day, but no guarantees.

  • Registration form has to be completed and received by us before the session.  Anyone booking direct who does not also submit the form risks their booking being cancelled (refunded less payment fees), or not being allowed to join and counting as a no-show.

Session Details

Camp Overview Information
Times 09:00 – 16:00
Location Mortimer Terrace Nature Reserve; secure, private woodland - drop off straight at the site!
Days Mondays and Thursdays in July and August – see schedule in the table below.
Who for? 3 y.o. little ones who can independently use the toilet all the way up to age 8.
Who by? My amazing colleagues Deanne (Montessori, Forest School Lead, and Play therapist) and Kylie (Primary & SEN Teacher and Forest School Lead) will be providing the experience.
Food Provided Healthy afternoon snack - please provide a packed lunch.
Spaces available Ten for each session - a micro-tribe!
Indicative price £80 per session, £72 siblings; block bookings prioritised

Session Dates

📅 July Sessions

  • Monday 20th July (COMPLETED)

  • Thursday 23rd July (COMPLETED)

  • Monday 27th July (COMPLETED)

  • Thursday 30th July (WAITING LIST ONLY)

📅 August Sessions

  • Thursday 13th August (No Monday session) (WAITING LIST ONLY)

  • Monday 17th August (No Thursday session) (LIMITED NUMBERS)

  • Monday 24th August (WAITING LIST ONLY)

  • Thursday 27th August (WAITING LIST ONLY)

(Note: We will be completely closed the week of 3rd August)

What to expect?

Drop off is at Mortimer Terrace Nature Reserve - an enclosed, private woodland just off Hampstead Heath. There is no trekking to find a spot and no sharing with the public. The reserve is completely fenced and we have sole use to have our adventures.

Your child might catch & learn about worms, paint with daffodils or see “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” brought to life on a Tuff Tray! Each session has a different theme.

Rain isn't a problem - we have plenty of shelter from the trees and tarpaulins!

FAQ

  • The mixed-age community is the foundation of the Montessori environment - allowing the children to naturally step into roles as both learners and leaders, flowing at their own developmental pace.

    There are plenty of articles as well as academic studies to highlight the benefits! A simple summary is here https://montessori-ami.org/trainingvoices/mixed-ages-montessori-environment

  • Our environment is designed to nurture your child's growing independence. Children who are already comfortable spending time at nursery or school will thrive during our Forest School sessions; a brief moment of hesitation is a completely natural part of that growth!

    To fully engage in the experience, children will need to be able to take care of their toileting needs independently, though a supportive guide will always be nearby to offer encouragement and help when needed.

  • Yes, but regular attendance is most beneficial for development!

  • No, sorry. We’re not registered with that scheme yet.

Register your interest here

Note that bookings are open - we’ll receive interest registrations but all the update emails have been sent.

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