Our Workshops
Workshops follow a structure to inspire independent creative play and to bring storytelling to life.
Beginning
Sessions start with a short story set in a natural environment. We explore mindfulness, friendships and wellbeing in a gentle and indirect way through storytelling.
Throughout the story we pause to hear the children's ideas and to include mindful breathing practices.
The story is left on a cliffhanger.
Middle
We explore creative activities tying into the story.
These can be done at the children's own pace and offer open-ended, creative play, arts and crafts.
The aim is for children to explore what inspires them the most and to get immersed in it in a Montessori-style setting.
For all sessions, this means the activities are set up for children (even as young as two) to enjoy independently - although parents and teachers are also welcome to get involved, of course!
End
We finish the session by coming back together to hear the end of the story.
At this point, the children can use their crafts to bring the story to life and discuss possible endings together before hearing it.
What to expect
Our sessions inspire children and support them in their creativity. Activities are open ended and children are encouraged to bring the story to life with their contributions.
Expect a session of excitement, beautiful crafts and children getting lost in their imaginations.
We provide the story and all arts and crafts materials. Children take their crafts home at the end of the sessions, which often leads to even more creative play.
Sessions take place in (almost) all weather so please dress yourselves and the children so they are comfortable. On cold days, I bring a few blankets for our storytime, and on hot days we sit in the shade. All types of weather add to the joy of being outdoors and it's wonderful to experience outdoor storytelling in all the different seasons.
Email Marion at info@storymeadow.co.uk for more information!
We take safety seriously
We take safety very seriously at Story Meadow to ensure all children can have a wonderful time in an environment which is safe and nurturing.
Our staff members are:
- Enhanced CRB checked
- Trained in Safeguarding
- Trained in Paediatric First Aid
We also, always have our designated safeguarding officer on site and have thorough risk assessments and safeguarding policies to keep everyone safe and happy.