Outdoor Owls Richmond

Outdoor Owls Richmond has been everything and more for our son. He started at 20 months old, now 3 and a half and he loves it. We are so happy we found forest school for him. He loves the outdoors and thrives in the environment. The facilities and staff are second to none.

Thank you to everyone at the nursery for the care, support and happy memories over the years. We couldn't have asked for a better start to our child's journey!

Outstanding care. Our son G became a little owl in August and since then he has truly grown in confidence with his verbal, physical, and emotional skills consistently developing. The two leaders of the camps lead exceptional teams of educators who deeply care about the children. Excellent management and a really wonderful educational programme with support throughout our son's journey. We couldn't be happier!!

Our Son has been attending Outdoor Owls for nearly a year and we can't imagine having him at any other nursery. He is incredibly happy, confident and outgoing, interested in nature and observing the world around him with a desire to be outside and the ability to be entertained with the simplest of objects. The staff are friendly, attentive and clearly build great rapport with the children. We couldn't be happier.

My almost 6 year old attended OOs Richmond and my 4 year old son still attends. This was the best decision for iur boys, their sense of adventure, resilience, connection to nature and confidence has flourished more than we could have imagined. They absolutely adore the setting, the teachers and the how the days are set out. They also hardly ever get sick, bonus! It's been an amazing journey! I've had family collect the children from the setting and all have remarked how wonderful it is, how great the feedback is and what attentive staff they have.

The owls team are all awesome.

Outdoor Owls has been a brilliant experience for our now 3.5-year-old son, who has been going there since he was 2. He absolutely loves it, and it's wonderful that he gets to grow up immersed in the outdoors every single day, something that feels increasingly rare in today's world. The social development we've seen has been incredible - together with his friends he's constantly dreaming up imaginative adventures and creative ways to incorporate play, without the need for actual toys.

The teachers are all genuinely lovely, caring, and attentive. You can feel how much they value each child. The activities they organise are both entertaining and refreshingly down-to-earth, teaching real-life skills in a natural, hands-on way that you just don't find anywhere else. A huge bonus is that he hasn't been ill once since he started!

We couldn't be happier with Outdoor Owls and wholeheartedly recommend it to any family looking for a nursery. I wish they had an adult version!

We couldn't be happier with the nursery, such a lovely experience for our little one, both in terms of activities in the forest and educational approach! Our little one is thriving and becomes more strong and confident every day, both physically and mentally!

We have been with Outdoor Owls for several years now and cannot imagine a better place for our children. The concept, the facilities, but especially the staff are unique. It is simply wonderful to see how passionately the individual educators spend their everyday lives with the children and how happy and content the children are when they return from their day at Outdoor Owls. A big thank you to the entire team for their dedication which makes this possible!

This place is truly a dream come true for children. We are incredibly happy that our daughter has the opportunity to grow and develop in such an inspiring and creative environment. The dedication and passion of all the educators are truly remarkable, and it's evident that they genuinely care about each child's growth. Our daughter is thriving and learning so much every day, and we couldn't be more grateful. Thank you to the entire team for creating such a wonderful space for our children to explore, imagine, and learn. Your hard work and commitment make a world of difference!

Real forest school was a new concept to us when we heard about it. Of course we had heard about the idea, but assumed that it would mean access to a back garden or a wooded area for X hours a day for the children, but then they would come in out of the rain.. however, when we visited the site in Cobham, we were blown away by what we witnessed and could not wait to send our youngest child of four there. Now two months in, it has certainly met and surpassed our expectations. The staff are so motivated to do the job, they care so much about the children and the standards they set for independence and growth are so positive and rewarding for the little man. He is absolutely loving it. We really wanted him to get more active, more independent and understand the role of nature in learning and development and this could not be a better fit for him. We are telling everybody about it.

Don't hesitate!

Our daughter has been at Outdoor Owls for close to 2 years now and we couldn't be happier with her experience there. From the moment we first viewed the grounds in Cobham, we knew we wouldn't find a better nursery than that. She looks forward to going to OO so much that if we're driving through Richmond on a non-nursery day, she asks if she's going to OO and gets very upset when we say "Not today".

She rarely gets ill as the children are mostly outside, she talks fondly of all the teachers, eats well, looks very happy at the end of the day, and shows so much confidence. She comes back filthy, covered in dirt, twigs in her hair, and a big smile. Her dertailed nursery reports show how incredibly well they know.

A favourite detail of ours - how we know we chose the right place - is that when walking around, she is constantly searching for sticks and rocks and climbing everything she can and using her imagination. Outdoor Owls gives children back the childhood that we got to have.

Not only do the kids become resilient, fit and healthy from their outdoor adventures, but the incredible, well-trained staff ensure that their emotional and social skills are being developed simultaneously. They learn all of the life skills that children their age should be learning to find their way in the world, just in context of mucky outdoor play. Perfect! Our son is ready and excited for school in September as a result of the nurturing care and professional attention he has received at the Outdoor Owls nursery and we're beyond grateful.

For children, especially urban children, to have the opportunity to spend so much time outside during these formative years is fantastic.

My daughter started at Outdoor Owls, and she had a very smooth settling in. The staff were so kind and professional, and we are really happy to send her there. The days are filled with joy, exploration and curiosity. My daughter is looking forward to go there and has so much to tell when she comes back home. Their enabling and natural environment has helped my daughter to develop physically and emotionally. I feel that she is more resilient now and more curious about her surroundings. The staff are the winner in Outdoor Owls.

Our son has been attending this outdoor nursery for almost a year now, and we couldn't be more grateful for the experience he's had. From day one, the staff have been incredibly caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in his well-being and development. Their nurturing approach has helped him grow in confidence, curiosity, and his ability to understand and connect with the world around him.

The forest environment is simply unbeatable. Every day is an adventure-whether it's exploring the trails, discovering bugs under logs, or learning through imaginative outdoor play. It's a setting that fosters not just learning, but a deep love and respect for nature. We've seen firsthand how this immersive environment has sparked his creativity and independence.

One of the most unexpected and welcome surprises has been the impact on his health. Since joining the nursery, he hasn't been sick once. Outdoor Owls has been the best choice we could've made!

The school and the teachers make sure the children develop physical skills, a ton of confidence and get stronger both in their body and minds. We could not be happier with our choice and have already confirmed the school for another year. Seeing how happy our daughter is and how amazing care she has makes us full of joy as parents.

6 out of 5 stars for everything! The teachers are out of this world with their understanding of childhood development, their extreme patients with both us parents and children and their enthusiasm with everything they do. The food is gorgeous and comes from a family catering business, making fresh food with many vegetables and fruits available. Our son has been going to Outdoor Owls for 2.5 years and his sister will be joining soon as their youngest member. Their campus is Neverland and fuels their independence, creativity and imagination.

There are not enough words to express our gratitude to the lovely staff. They are shaping children's lives and the little owls are the most well balance children I meet around town. The care they get here is priceless and the best money we have ever spent. Thank you, thank you, thank you Outdoor Owls. We love you!

I cannot recommend Outdoor Owls in Richmond highly enough. Our little boy thrives there and is encouraged to be himself whilst learning important lessons. They are fun and creative, incredibly caring and take an active interest in all aspects of his life. I've recommended them to everyone I know. We love it so much that when we move soon we are moving to the other Outdoor Owls location as I cannot bear the idea of him not attending. It is the best thing you can do for you child.