Laura Norval
Edinburgh Bairn with 21 years of experience as a nursery practitioner and currently working towards my BA HONS in Childhood Studies. My passion for the outdoors and educating children led me to develop a career in running nature sessions for youngsters achieving my Forest School Leader certificate and becoming a certified children’s yoga instructor.
Trained in ‘Early Childhood Woodwork’ and First Aid certified I promote hands-on learning that encourages risk benefits for the bairns. I am certified as a designated safeguarding lead in outdoor provisions and also hold a certificate in intensive well-being support in the outdoors. I work with a team of forest freelancers who help me provide excellent outdoor play provision for our bairns.
When not playing in the woodland, I am found exploring the vast peaks of the Himalayas on my snowboard in Gulmarg.
Interested in a freelancing career with us?
The ideal candidates will have experience in outdoor education and a passion
for working with children. You will be creative, enthusiastic, and have
excellent communication skills. You will also hold a Forest School Level 3
qualification or equivalent and have ideally a childcare background.
If you are interested in joining our team and making a positive impact on the
lives of children, we’d love to hear from you.