Firestarter

“For Learning experiences” are for educators and students. They are designed with a specific educational or personal development goal  in mind. 

Although they can be run in isolation these experiences are normally part of a development programme comprising between 5 and 10 sessions where we can identify and assess the participant’s unique skills and strengths. We can provide observation and reports in support of the sessions.

See the “what we do” page for a list of the key activities which form the basis of these programmes. See the “ for business” page for a short video on our approach to learning and development.

 
 

TYPICAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

 
 

Title

Duration

Description

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Self reliance

4 hrs

Developing the participant’s ability to be self reliant through practical skills around fire, cooking and food whilst exploring their sense of purpose.

Needs

4 hrs

Continuing the development of the participant’s awareness of their basic human needs including shelter and hygiene and how to provide it for themselves whilst exploring their sense of competence.

Awareness

4 hrs

Developing their ability to read the wider environment and what it tells them about themselves whilst exploring their sense of security.

Overnight

24 hrs

Experience the cycle of a day and night in the forest, operating as a self managed community and providing largely for themselves in terms of food and shelter whilst exploring their sense of belonging.

Cooperation

4 hrs

An intense experience drawing on the knowledge they have accumulated over the previous sessions and requiring skills in planning, communication and cooperation.

Reporting

2 hr meeting

If required we can report back using as the basis recorded observations made during the programme which provide a unique and valuable insight into the strengths and development potential of individuals and groups.

Certifications

N/A

We issue a range of certificates in recognition of completion of programmes which reflects the participant’s individual identity.

 
 

SUMMARY

Suitable for ages 8 to adult.

Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

COST

Dependent on programme design and content. As a guide, individual sessions are priced from £200 plus VAT.

QUOTES

“Well thought out, well planned and expertly led”

 “your reports provide a true insight into the child and are very valuable”

“I have realised how important it is to make the best of what you already have rather then complain about what you don’t”

 
 

 

 
 

 

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