Author Archives: Vicki Balaam

So far, the summer holidays have been incredibly busy!  As well as all the antics of family life, after attending the Cabrera Trust annual general meeting, I have been on a mission.  I knew our woods, like many areas in … Continue reading →

As the Spring term finishes I find myself reflecting on the adventures I have experienced as we emerged from the depths of winter to this magical time of buds and blossoms bursting through … and a little less mud!  Sat … Continue reading →

Last week was our first after school session, which was brilliant fun.  A fantastic group of children and a real adventure as we packed up in the pitch-black and made our way out of the woods by torch light! This … Continue reading →

The sun is out, the air smells fresh, the birds are chattering in the trees … my door into the garden is flung open and I can see the snowdrops bursting into flower.  How exciting is this time of year? … Continue reading →

I work regularly with a local pre-school, and each year a different year group brings it’s new characters, a unique team forms and together they help each other make adventures that only that combination of children can create.  Each year … Continue reading →

I have a lot to learn. I know this, and am reminded of just how much every day!  An example of this is the construction a couple of 7 year old boys created working together without any “adult-eration” (i.e. no … Continue reading →