Spain Has Adopted Forest Classrooms
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- Jan 22
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Spain has adopted forest classrooms where children learn outdoors in natural settings, reducing reliance on artificial lighting and foster in a stronger connection with nature.
Spain is embracing a growing movement in nature-based education through forest classrooms, where children learn outdoors in natural settings. These programs are designed to reduce reliance on traditional indoor environments, while fostering a deeper connection with nature.
According to Alma Forest School in Cádiz, one of the country’s leading examples, students spend most of their day outside, engaging with the natural world through hands-on exploration, play, and inquiry-based learning.
According to Escuelas en la Naturaleza, a Spanish network of nature-based schools, these programs often serve children between the ages of 3 and 6, and emphasize seasonal rhythms, local ecology, and emotional resilience. The approach is gaining popularity among educators and families who value eco-literacy, mental well-being, and sensory development.
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