The Heritage Council provides ongoing support for Forest School programmes in 2023 through the Heritage in Schools Scheme

The advantages of Forest School are evident now more than ever when the benefits of the outdoor classroom and nature are at an all-time high. As Forest School meets the aims and objectives of the Heritage in Schools programme the Heritage Council will continue to support programmes in 2023. The programme will be offered by certified Forest School Leaders through the Heritage in Schools Scheme.
In 2023 the Heritage Council will fund two Forest School initiatives through Heritage in Schools:
Heritage in Schools/Forest School sites for 2023
Permits are required for Forest School activities - the programme will be offered in a limited number of sites in 2023 and it is hoped to expand to new sites in 2024.
County | Site |
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Clare | Lee's Road Amenity Park, Ennis |
Clare | Lough Grainey Nature Sanctuary, Flagmount |
Galway | Garyland Nature Reserve, Coole Park, Gort |
Forest School rates: 2023 (for two Forest School Leaders)
The below rates will apply for 2023 and are subject to available funding:
Visit duration | Half day: 6-series | Full day: 6-series |
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Cost to school | €300 | €500 |
Cost to Heritage Council | €1,380 | €2,500 |
Cost to DEIS school | €200 | €300 |
Cost to Heritage Council for DEIS school | €1,480 | €2,700 |