Wildlings Forest Playgroups are accompanied Forest School sessions for babies and toddlers aged 12 months to 3.5 years. We run termly at Dempsey Hill with two groups: Forest Babies (12 to 24 months) and Forest Cubs (2 to 3.5 years). Each 90-minute outdoor playgroup session includes a welcome circle, nature-based experiences, child-led play, and a closing circle. Our qualified practitioners facilitate Forest School learning in curated natural spaces.

Forest Babies is for children 12 to 24 months who are walking or close to walking. Forest Cubs is for ages 2 to 3.5 years and includes more complex activities and challenges. If your child falls between age groups, contact us to discuss. You can book a trial session at https://www.wildlings.sg/trials to find the right fit. For children 3.5 years and older, see our Forest School Club (drop-off, ages 3.5 to 11).

Yes, a parent or caregiver stays for the full 90-minute session. Forest School is rooted in connection — exploring, slowing down and discovering nature together, side by side. Where possible, we recommend the same adult attends each week, as the consistency helps your child settle in and build a relationship with the practitioner. We know this isn't always practical, so different adults are welcome from week to week if needed. One adult accompanies each child during the session. Come dressed for outdoor activity and messy play in the tropical climate.

A typical 90-minute Forest Playgroup session includes: a 10-minute settling time with free play, a welcome circle to gather together, a physical warm-up activity, and 2-3 guided nature experiences led by our practitioner. The bulk of the session is child-led outdoor play where children explore, create, and learn independently. We close with a short circle to reflect and share. An optional 30-minute extended play period follows.

Yes, your domestic helper is welcome to be the attending adult for outdoor playgroup sessions. One adult per child please, and if your helper is pregnant, only one person engages directly with the child during activities. We'd recommend your helper reads the parent handbook before the first session.

Forest Playgroups work best with one adult per child during the session, which keeps the structure and ethos intact. A grandparent or regular caregiver is welcome to come as the accompanying adult in place of a parent. We understand wanting to share your child's experiences with grandparents, relatives or friends visiting from overseas, so they're very welcome to join during the 30 minutes of stay-and-play after the session ends. While the session itself is running, visitors can use the Cinnamon Tent waiting area or pop over to Baker and Cook cafe. Nature Playtime is another lovely option for bringing visitors along to see Wildlings.

Forest School runs outdoors in all weather, so come ready to embrace the great outdoors. None of the below is compulsory, just our recommendations from experience. What we'd suggest wearing: • Old, dark clothes you don't mind getting dirty • Long sleeves and trousers — handy for sun and insect protection • Socks (helps keep ants off little ankles) • Aqua shoes or trainers • A hat It's a good idea to pack: • A full change of clothes and spare shoes • Small towel, insect repellent, water bottle and a snack • Waterproof poncho and a plastic bag for wet things • An umbrella for you For accompanying adults, comfortable clothes and shoes you don't mind getting a bit messy work best.

Forest Babies is for children from 12 months who are walking or close to walking. If your baby is younger but already mobile, contact us. If not yet walking, Nature Playtime is a better option: https://www.wildlings.sg/booking. You can also book a trial session once your child is ready. Get in touch via email: hello@wildlings.sg.

Yes. Children 6 years or under can join a Forest Playgroup session via single class booking: https://www.wildlings.sg/product-page/single. Older siblings (7 years and up) can book Nature Play instead: https://www.wildlings.sg/product-page/nature-play-on-the-door. The one-adult-per-child rule applies to both outdoor playgroup sessions.

We let children join activities at their own pace, and where possible, arriving on time gives them a chance to settle. Share your child's interests with your practitioner as it gives us a gentle way to guide them into play. Most children settle confidently within 2–3 sessions as they build a relationship with their practitioner and grow familiar with the outdoor environment. We encourage adults to narrate and model the activities too as a warm invitation for little ones to feel connected to the activity until they are ready to engage.

Forest School is fundamentally different from indoor toddler programmes. We offer outdoor, child-led learning in natural terrain, not structured instruction or entertainment. Our outdoor playgroup builds genuine physical, emotional, social and cognitive capability through real-world exploration. The tropical Singapore climate and natural environment are core to the experience, not obstacles. Sessions progress throughout the year, building on what children already know.

Prams can be left under shelter at Dempsey but should not be used during the session. Baby carriers are fine and recommended for keeping your hands free during outdoor playgroup activities.

Forest Playgroups for babies and toddlers run termly at Dempsey Hill, with morning and afternoon sessions. Each session is 90 minutes with an optional 30-minute extended play period. Days and timeslots vary by term. Check our full outdoor playgroup timetable at https://www.wildlings.sg/book-forestschool or sign up to our newsletter for updates.

If you're unable to attend a session for any reason, you're welcome to join a make-up class on another day. Make-ups must be taken within the same term. Alternatively, you can exchange one make-up class for two Nature Playtime vouchers, which never expire. The number of make-ups allowed per term depends on the length of the term booked.