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 innovative 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
BOOKING NOW OPEN!
June 8th & 9th 2024
IFSA Summer Gathering & AGM
We are delighted to welcome you to the 6th IFSA Annual Gathering and AGM at the Slieve Aughty Centre, Loughrea, Co. Galway, H62 DX77 on Saturday and Sunday 8th & 9th June 2024. We have lots of great workshops in store for you!
We hope to use this opportunity to gather in community with each other and with nature to deepen our awareness of the powerfulness of the Forest School approach to making our world a better place for all sentient beings. We extend a special welcome to new members, trainees and to those of you joining us for the first time.
Irish Level 6 Certificate in Forest School Leadership validated by QQI
Two courses are starting in October 2023.
Visit the link below to get all the information you need, read more about Forest School Leadership and to register your interest in the next training courses.
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IFSA 4th Annual Spring Webinar series is LIVE!
* FREE to IFSA members and current trainees / €15 for non members *
Monday 26th February 2024, 7-8pm
Monday 11th March 2024, 7-8pm
Monday 25th March 2024, 7-8pm
Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/irishforestschoolassociation1/1114405 #ifsa
