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School Visits at Ford Park

At Ford Park, our school visits are designed to spark curiosity and inspire children to explore the environment around them. We offer enriching, hands-on experiences that help pupils connect with nature, discover where their food comes from and develop eco-friendly habits that last a lifetime.

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Our experienced team, Gardener Hazel, Park Maintenance Officer Toby and Volunteer Co-ordinator Moray, have developed a diverse range of activities suitable for all age groups, from Reception through to Year 6. Each session can be tailored to meet your class’s specific interests or learning needs, ensuring a memorable and meaningful visit for every child.

 

Activities may include guided nature walks, interactive gardening sessions, discovering wildlife, creative environmental crafts and seasonal projects that highlight the importance of caring for our environment. We also offer dedicated sessions on food growing, composting and the life cycles of plants and insects.

 

All visits are led by our friendly, knowledgeable staff, with teachers present throughout to ensure safeguarding and support.

 

We strive to make each visit inclusive, engaging and accessible so every child can participate fully, regardless of background or ability.

 

To discuss your school’s needs or to book a visit, please contact us. We look forward to welcoming children to Ford Park, again in 2026 

With Gardener Hazel

Seed Propagation, 

Where Does Our Food Come From? And Who Else eats Our Food?

With Park Maintenance Officer, Toby

Getting to Know Our Trees And

Compost Lasagne

With Volunteer Co-ordinator, moray

Bug Hotels And Discovering 

Mini Beasts

Visit Schedule and Information

School visits take place between 10.30 and 12.00pm

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Arrive at 10.30  - welcome by the team and introduction to the park.

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Session 1 - 10.40 until 11.10

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Session 2 - 11.20 until 11.50

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Thank you for coming - 12.00pm

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Schools can the extend their visit by bringing a picnic lunch and exploring the Woodland Trail and the Playground.​

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Group Leaders are welcome to visit beforehand, and all children and adults should be dressed appropriately for outdoor activities. Toilets are available in the Coach House.

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Booking Your Visit 

If you would like information on school visits, please get in touch.

 

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