Thirty Years of Doing What's Right for Children
Where Our Story Begins
Thirty years ago, we opened our doors in the heart of Umm Suqeim as The Children's Oasis Nursery. Since then, we have helped build the foundations of more than 30,000 children and learned something profound along the way. The greatest gift we can give a child is nature. Room to explore. Freedom to discover. Time to simply be.
The Forest Oasis Nursery is the next chapter of a thirty-year commitment, a belief made visible, that nature is the most powerful teacher our children will ever have.
- SAME EDUCATORS
- SAME CARE AND TRUST
- A DEEPER, MORE INTEGRATED NATURE-LED LEARNING APPROACH
Director's Message
Tracy Penketh
Director, Forest Oasis Nursery
Director's Message
For more than forty years, I have had the privilege of watching children learn, play, and grow. Throughout that time, one truth has remained constant: children thrive when they are connected to the natural world. In today's fast-changing world, where technology and artificial intelligence play an ever-growing role, children need opportunities to explore, question, create, and develop confidence in their own abilities.
That is why I am so inspired by Forest Oasis and its nature-based approach to childhood. Here, nature is not simply a backdrop to learning, it is an essential part of it. Whether children are climbing, balancing, investigating insects, planting seeds, building imaginary worlds, or simply enjoying the freedom of outdoor play, they are developing resilience, creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Some of my most treasured memories in early years education are of children discovering the world outdoors with curiosity and wonder. Forest Oasis captures that spirit beautifully, creating an environment where childhood is filled with exploration, movement, imagination, and meaningful connections with nature. It is a place where children can grow with confidence, develop a strong sense of self, and build foundations that will support them for years to come.
For more than forty years, I have had the privilege of watching children learn, play, and grow. Throughout that time, one truth has remained constant: children thrive when they are connected to the natural world. In today's fast-changing world, where technology and artificial intelligence play an ever-growing role, children need opportunities to explore, question, create, and develop confidence in their own abilities.
That is why I am so inspired by Forest Oasis and its nature-based approach to childhood. Here, nature is not simply a backdrop to learning, it is an essential part of it. Whether children are climbing, balancing, investigating insects, planting seeds, building imaginary worlds, or simply enjoying the freedom of outdoor play, they are developing resilience, creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Some of my most treasured memories in early years education are of children discovering the world outdoors with curiosity and wonder. Forest Oasis captures that spirit beautifully, creating an environment where childhood is filled with exploration, movement, imagination, and meaningful connections with nature. It is a place where children can grow with confidence, develop a strong sense of self, and build foundations that will support them for years to come.
Tracy Penketh
Director, Forest Oasis Nursery
Our Mission & Vision
Our Vision
To raise children ready for life —confident, adaptable, and deeply connected to the world around them. We believe real skills are built through experience when children think for themselves, take considered risks, and develop resilience, creativity, and a strong sense of self.
Our Vision
To raise children ready for life —confident, adaptable, and deeply connected to the world around them. We believe real skills are built through experience when children think for themselves, take considered risks, and develop resilience, creativity, and a strong sense of self.
Our Mission
At Forest Oasis, we create a childhood shaped by nature and led by the child. Through exploration, sensory-rich environments, and purposeful, messy play, children build independence, confidence, and emotional strength. Because when childhood is unhurried and real, children don't just learn , they discover who they are.
Our Mission
At Forest Oasis, we create a childhood shaped by nature and led by the child. Through exploration, sensory-rich environments, and purposeful, messy play, children build independence, confidence, and emotional strength. Because when childhood is unhurried and real, children don't just learn , they discover who they are.
Core Values
Wild & Curious
Spark natural curiosity through exploration, discovery and hands-on experiences.
Deeply Connected
Build meaningful connections — to nature, to others, and to self.
Joyfully Free
Create space for children to play, get messy, take risks, and simply be children.
Whole Child
Nurture mind, body, and emotions — supporting confident, balanced growth.
Resilient & Capable
Spark natural curiosity through exploration, discovery and hands-on experiences.
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