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Ian brings practical, environmental and heritage education into schools through organic and wildlife gardening.

“Look deep into nature and then you will understand everything better.” Like Albert Einstein, Veronica believes that nature is our greatest teacher. An experienced Forest School leader, Veronica values the Forest School ethos as a way for children to learn holistically through regular nature connection, not only about the world around them but also about their own place in it. Through hands-on, fun and engaging activities that are led with kindness and sensitivity, children develop a meaningful relationship with the natural world that can last a lifetime.

Barry is a history and storytelling specialist who will explore local stories of pirates, giants, adventures and battles engaging and involving the children dramatically.

Outdoor learning, willow structure building, habitats to encourage pollinators into the school garden, planting with the seasons, weaving with willow and other natural sustainable materials to make individual 2D and group 3D projects,

Sarah offers workshops in medieval history, Ireland’s myths and legends, mindfulness, storytelling and local history, all tailored to fit your pupils needs. Sarah provides outdoor field trips to historical sites near your school which include personalised worksheets, arts and crafts.

The story of pollinators, seeds and food: Children will be introduced to common wild pollinator species, why native wild flowers are important for their survival and why and how do plants produce seed and food.

All aspects of biodiversity and nature connection; gardening with nature, growing heritage food and saving seed; Pollinators and native wild plant species in the school grounds, how to attract, identify and protect.

Exploring your local Irish biodiversity throughout the seasons with your class and taking steps to care for it at school in a fun, active way.

Albert's virtual workshop will introduce students to the hidden lives of Ireland's bats and explore some of the myths and legends that shroud bats.

Weaving history, archaeology, science, nature and technology, Séamus and the pupils design an outdoor educational trail particular to the locality, incorporating many strands of the history, geography and science curricula.

Niamh's visits involve releasing children into nature to discover the wonder around them - to explore the biodiversity and habitats around the school grounds and local area. With Niamh children will explore the biodiversity under stones, the birds in the air and everything in between.

Lisanne and her colleague Steve Mandal from Dig it Kids use a fun, interactive and hands-on approach to make history and archaeology virtual classes fun for children. Lisanne is a legendary storyteller.

Vincent has been an organic farmer for over 25 years. He is passionate about the environment and is looking forward to sharing Cullahill Mountain and its environs with others.

A virtual visit for children to learn about the history of spinning, dyeing and weaving in Irish homes and how to weave a wristband or wall-hanging.

With an in-person visit from Geraldine children will learn about the history of spinning, dyeing and weaving in Irish homes and how to weave a wristband or wall-hanging.

Field trips to streams/all habitats, biodiversity,eco education and art.

Steffi is a qualified ecologist, environmental scientist and an accomplished craft worker. Her main areas of expertise are Irish rush- and straw craft, rope making, traditional woodwork and heritage gardening. Steffi works in three schools in Sligo, teaching arts/crafts and gardening.

Auriel is a professional archaeologist with a background in archaeology and geography. She is passionate about the outdoors, particularly marine environments. She teaches archaeology, biodiversity, local history, geology and mythology. She loves sharing her knowledge, allowing students to engage with their surroundings in a fun and immersive way.

Join YouTuber, John D Ruddy in bringing history to life in your classroom through art, storytelling and much more!

Johnny teaches woodworking skills, studying trees, wood and their uses. He offers visits around textiles and spinning where children study and work with various fibers and materials . The pupils will learn to spin a thread and weave on a board loom.

Barbara facilitates nature based activities such as nature awareness games, nature crafts, bug hunts, schoolyard species identification workshops, scavenger hunts, and learning about historical use of natural materials - and many other Forest School inspired activities.

As part of the themed virtual visits the children will get involved in practical, hands-on activities such as planning and designing an outdoor classroom as well as sowing seeds and growing potatoes.

Whether the starting inspiration are old Irish hero tales or the encountering of hidden clues to trees and animals living alongside us, Chris explores curriculum topics through story-telling, drama and creative writing for all class age groups.

Emma focuses on people’s interaction with nature through time. These interactions may be the use of a plant or an animal, the use and modification of local landscapes, or simply taking in the nature around us and expressing appreciation for it through arts and crafts. Students are invited to explore these themes through hands-on activities in and out of the classroom.

Dale’s visits introduce students to the 5 B’s of Biodiversity: Bug’s; Butterflies; Bees; Bats, and Birds with a mix of stories, outdoor activities and games as well as practical gardening experience.

Art and heritage workshops and trails where children learn about Ireland’s prehistory, ancient art and culture.