
InvestiNatures
after-school club
InvestiNatures Club – Stage 1 Pilot
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The InvestiNatures after-school club, (stage 1 pilot) is a simple idea: children, supported by parents or carers, heading out to explore their local streets and green spaces with curiosity and care. The name itself came from a six-year-old at a local school – reminding us that this movement belongs to children from the very start.
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It’s not formal. It’s not complicated. It’s a bit like a shared playdate with purpose.
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Children lead the way – choosing where to walk, what to notice and what questions to ask. Over time, these walks become something more: a regular rhythm of connection, play and discovery. A way to imagine what could be. A way to care for the street together. Tools to help inform and guide sessions will follow on.
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Each club might look a little different. Some meet weekly, others less often. Some stay close to school, others roam further. What they share is a spirit of exploration, a light-touch structure, and a belief that change starts with a child’s eye and an open question.



Andrew, age 8
Want to start your own? Download the pilot – first draft v1 guide
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Draft V1 Guide: How-to Guide for starting an InvestiNatures Club – Stage 1 Pilot
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Welcome and Purpose
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What You’ll Need
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How it Works – Step by Step
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Roles and Ratios
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Tips for First Walks
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Keeping it safe, joyful and inclusive
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What comes next?
As we work through and develop the 4 stages, additional ‘How to’ guidance will follow.
