Mindful nature connection, sensing the natural world around us and within us.
Services
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5 British pounds
A weekly group for children who are out of education / home educated. A time to connect with peers, nature and themselves. Join us for gardening, building, outdoor skills, crafts, mindfulness and nature connection.
This is an optional drop off service for children aged 8-16.
Children dropped off should have a level of independence otherwise an adult/carer is expected to stay.
These sessions are made possible with thanks to National Lottery Players'
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2 British pounds
A monthly slot of open access to the orchard.
A safe and understanding space for children with SEND and their families to enjoy nature. There is no structure or guidance for this session it is purely to enjoy the space without the fear of judgement.
It is available for the whole family to attend and we hold 10 spaces for this.
These sessions are made possible with thanks to National Lottery Players'
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3 British pounds
During the half-terms and holidays we provide family sessions that include child-led sensory play, nature connection, scavenger hunts, art and mindful movement.
This is a space for the whole family, so parents are expected to stay and siblings are welcome too.
We offer 10 spaces for each group.
These sessions have previously been funded by Access Sport
Now these sessions are made possible with thanks to National Lottery Players'
1 hr
50 British pounds
​The aim of these sessions is to learn how to self regulate our emotions by connecting back into the body through mindfulness, specialised yoga, breath-work and nature connection, improving mental health and wellbeing. We spend time supporting each child, ensuring they feel safe, respected and listened too, customising each session to support each child's needs and abilities, helping each child find moments of calm and a place to fully be themselves. We prioritise getting to know each child and tailoring our support to their specific needs.
In our 1:1 sessions, we prioritise getting to know your child and tailoring our support to their specific needs. Therefore, we start with a phone consultation or meeting to gather more information about your child. Following that, we invite your child to come and visit The Orchard, allowing them to determine if it is the right fit for them. We believe in creating a personalised and child-centered approach.
Children can feel as if they don't belong or struggle to find a place where they can fully be themselves, we want to create a community that is free of judgement and encourage self-expression.
Being Outdoors
Being immersed in nature brings a sense of calm and a wide sensory experience. Nature encourages physical benefits but also a sense of freedom, to be messy and noisy, creative and imaginative.
Self regulation
Learning tools of self regulation to help combat general anxieties, using the nature around us as well as the nature within us to cultivate some inner calm.
Parent/carer rest-bite
Parents and caregivers can relax and connect with others in a supportive community while enjoying nature, knowing their children are safe in a secure environment. Drop-off options are also available.
Get in touch if you have any questions, we will get back to you as soon as we can.
