Little Forest Folk Morden

Sarah grew up not too far from Morden and is very happy to be enjoying the local forest area in one of the best ways possible. Sarah has experience working on placements in hospitals and children’s wards, as well as schools, both mainstream and schools focused on additional needs, both educational and physical. She has also spent time in Borneo playing with, and teaching, the local children while enjoying the beautiful outdoors.

Sarah loves bringing music into the forest with songs, rhymes and instruments and enjoys making up songs with the children. She is inspired by the development of the children while in outdoor play and is very proud to be a member of the Little Forest Folk team. Read less

Growing up in the vibrant surroundings of Delhi, Sunarika always had a deep love for learning and exploring the world around her. This passion for education and discovery led her to pursue a Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Delhi, followed by a Master's in Early Childhood Education from the University of Hertfordshire.

Sunarika began her career as a Primary Teacher at Krims Lotus Veda, where she taught various subjects, including maths, language arts, science, and social studies, to young learners. Her early experiences in the classroom fuelled her dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for children. Over the years, she has taken on diverse roles, including teaching English at St. Xavier's Senior Secondary School and serving as a French teacher at 21K School. These experiences have deepened her understanding of the importance of adapting teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each child.

Sunarika is a strong advocate for the benefits of forest nurseries. She believes that immersing children in nature from a young age fosters resilience, creativity, and a deep sense of curiosity about the world. Exposure to the natural environment encourages children to explore, take risks, and develop a connection to the earth, all vital for their overall development. In her view, forest nurseries provide children with invaluable experiences that cannot be replicated in traditional classroom settings, making them an essential part of early childhood education. Sunarika is passionate about creating these enriching experiences for young learners, ensuring they have the best possible start in life. Read less

Dani’s life changed for the better when she was adopted by two people who truly believe that 'there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing!’. With this ethos, her new environment became a playground that was waiting for her to explore; her world bigger and brighter with every adventure. Dani knew from the first time of jumping in muddy puddles, rolling down hills and dancing in the rain that she didn't want to ‘grow up’, which is when she knew an early years career was for her.

Dani was a support worker for a children's home, then became a manager for a home with young people who have disabilities and challenging behaviour, and this led her to understand how different communication styles and approaches are so important to making their world less confusing. Building on this, she became a Licensed Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Read less