Willowbank at Nethergong
Willowbank @ Nethergong is dedicated to helping children reengage back into education through fishing and forest school nurturing their potential through outdoor learning, nature-based activities, and community engagement. Set in 26 acres of woodland and wetland in Chislet Canterbury.
Our programs, ranging from fishing to bushcraft and forest school, are specially designed to work with some of the county’s hardest-to-reach learners, providing a safe space for personal growth and development.
We also offer the opportunity to gain AQA Awards and work towards reintegration into mainstream education or onward destinations, ensuring a pathway to further opportunities.
BENIFITS
BTEC QUALIFICATION
Students can work towards a BTEC qualification, gaining valuable academic credits while engaging in outdoor activities.
AQA AWARDS
Tailored AQA awards acknowledge progress in outdoor skills
and personal development, offering additional recognition for learners.
REINTEGRATION PATHWAYS
The combination of academic study and outdoor learning ensures learners are well-prepared for reintegration into mainstream education or to pursue further academic or vocational pathways.
FOCUS AND WELL-BEING
The peaceful, inspiring island setting supports both academic achievement and personal well-being.
