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Key Stage 1 Activities

The Hive is situated in the heart of 2,400 hectares of the ancient woodland of Epping Forest, with its rich variety of habitats including woodland, grassland, heath, rivers, bogs and ponds, but is less than a half hour drive from Leytonstone High Road.  

Our flexible and adaptable programmes can be tailored to meet your group’s specific curriculum needs.

Each activity packs in 2 and half hours of outdoor fun and exploration, led by a Suntrap tutor.

Bring packed lunch with you to enjoy after you have worked up an appetite, you will have access to a classroom & toilets.

Prices and bookings information. 

Our 7 acre private site includes;

    •    4 fully equipped heated classrooms
    •    Full class sets of equipment including microscopes and compasses
    •    4 ponds (one fully accessible for wheelchair users)
    •    A range of animals suitable for handling
    •    Outdoor classroom and picnic areas
    •    Adventure playground 
    •    Wellies and waterproofs for all ages

If you'd like support to take your teaching into your school grounds visit our Supporting Outdoor Learning page.

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It was all excellent. The children were fully engaged and loved being out in the forest.

Y1 Teacher