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The Nature School Revolution with Joanna Griffith

The Nature School Revolution with Joanna Griffith

FromRaising Wildlings


The Nature School Revolution with Joanna Griffith

FromRaising Wildlings

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Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Apr 4, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Nature schools are on the rise here in Australia and around the world and I am not just talking about Forest Schools like Wildlings. These schools have to follow Australian Curriculum, but are prioritising getting kids outside! Today I want to introduce Joanna Griffith from Kwoorabup Nature School in Western Australia.?  Joanna Shares:Her philosophy and the inspiration behind Kwoorabup Nature SchoolThe significance of the land on which they learn and playAbout the meaning of the school name, indigenous connection and what they are actively doing to embed indigenous perspectives at KwoorabupThe importance of connecting with other changemakers in educationAbout her staff including what kind of teachers or mentors work with the children at Kwoorabup and the kind of training they haveThe biggest challenges they faceHer favourite moments working with and observing the children and how she balances the administration side of her job and her involvement with the students?  Opt In for FREE Downloadables?  Links and Resourceshttps://www.kwoorabup.wa.edu.au/https://www.facebook.com/KwoorabupNatureSchoolBook Recc: Coyote's Guide to Connecting with NatureHead here if you are interested in starting your own Nature School!? Guest DetailsJoanna Griffith is the principal of a new nature school in WA called Kwoorabup. She has a passion for nature based learning, inquiry teaching and has a compassionate and collaborative leadership style. Wildlings Forest School Contact DetailsWebsiteFacebookInstagramYoutube PinterestLinked In? Did You Enjoy This Episode? If you enjoyed this episode and the Raising Wildlings podcast generally, we have a favour. Please take two minutes to subscribe, and to write a rating and a review. You can do that on Apple Podcasts right now by clicking here. If you are an Android user, you can follow the podcast on Spotify here and Google Podcasts here. Those actions will help the podcast reach more people, and we would be truly grateful. Thank you so much.Apple Podcasts  SpotifyGoogle Podcasts
Released:
Apr 4, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Welcome to Raising Wildlings, a podcast about parenting, alternative education and stepping into the wilderness, however that looks, with your family. Each week, we’ll be interviewing experts that truly inspire us, to answer your parenting and education questions. We’ll also be sharing stories from some incredible families that took the leap, and are taking the road less travelled. Whether you’re a parent looking for tips on how to better handle those sibling squabbles and tantrums, a couple searching for ways to create more freedom within your family’s lifestyle, an educator keen to explore alternative schooling models and how children learn, a father keen to delve into respectful parenting philosophies, or a mother wanting to learn more about why play is so important and how to get children outdoors safely, then this is the podcast for you. Each week you’ll get tried and tested tactics from parenting, play and education experts to help you on your journey towards creating the happiest, healthiest lifestyle you can for your family. We’ll also chat to real life families who have created freedom within their lives and are living life on their own terms. They’ll teach you how they did it and how you can too. And of course, you’ll hear from us about all things nature play and alternative education. We’ll answer all your questions on how children learn, the importance of play in all its forms, children’s rights and autonomy, and how to get your children outside safely, more often. This podcast hopes to empower parents and educators to raise kinder, more resilient, more adaptable children by helping them maintain happy connections and healthy lifestyles. So, what are you waiting for?! Let's dive in! Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To download our free Respectful Language Printable Cheat Sheet, head to: www.wildlingsforestschool.com/shop/respectful-language