Two settings, one urban and one rural, explain how their Forest School provision works. By early years expert Nicole Weinstein

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Forest School is increasingly recognised as one of the most effective ways to introduce children to risk and challenge, and whether you are in an urban or rural environment there are always possibilities for setting one up.

If you are thinking that now is the time to take your first step into the forest, the priority is to secure a suitable site. As our two case studies here highlight, it is important to look carefully at all the local options, understanding how you can go about accessing the space and how its particular characteristics will affect your Forest School practice.

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