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Standish Woods

Welcome toStandish Woods

A place where curiosity is nurtured, confidence grows, and the forest becomes the classroom.
Set in beautiful woodland near Cranleigh, our forest school offers hands-on learning and meaningful outdoor experiences for children and adults of all ages. Whether it’s building dens, lighting fires, exploring nature, or simply enjoying time away from screens, Standish Woods is a space to breathe, move, and thrive.
Discover the benefits of outdoor learning, where well-being and nature come together through a variety of activities for all ages. Themes range from individual mindfulness as well as team-building corporate events and family fun.
Nature provides the classroom
About Us

ABOUTSTANDISH WOODS

After serving in the RAF, including tours overseas, I transitioned into the education sector. Over the past 25 years, I’ve seen first-hand how traditional schooling doesn’t meet the needs of every child.
Standish Woods was born from a desire to offer something different — a space where children and adults alike can reconnect with nature, learn through experience, and grow in confidence.
Here, we offer a high-quality, low-ratio forest school experience that prioritises time outdoors, meaningful play, and real-world skills. Less screen time. More wild time.
As a veteran myself, those who have served and their families are welcomed, please mention this when you make contact.
Welcomes Veterans and Their Families
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25+ Years Of Experience

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