OASES

22/05/2026

🌿✨ There’s still time to join our Forest School course in County Durham! ✨🌿

We’re delighted to share that places are still available on our County Durham course, offering a fantastic opportunity to develop outdoor learning skills and connect with nature. 🌳

Please note that bookings for our Chopwell Wood course have now closed.

If you’d like to book a place on the County Durham course, please follow the link below:🔗 https://oases.org.uk/for-schools/training/accredited-courses/nocn-forest-school-leader-level-3/


We’d love to welcome you! 💚

21/05/2026

💚 A heartfelt thank you and farewell 🌿💚

We want to share that two of our long-standing Board members, including our Chair who co-founded OASES, will be stepping down from their roles at OASES.

It’s hard to put into words how much we appreciate everything they’ve given to the organisation. Their time, energy, guidance, and unwavering belief in our mission have helped shape OASES into what it is today. 🌍✨

From supporting our team behind the scenes to championing environmental education and sustainability in schools and communities, their impact has been truly felt across everything we do.

We are so grateful for their leadership, kindness, and commitment, and we will really miss working with them both.

Please join us in saying a huge thank you and wishing them all the very best for whatever comes next. 💚

19/05/2026

🌳🌱 Schools Taking Action for Nature! 🌱🌳

It’s been fantastic to see schools getting involved in the Trees for Communities project - funded by Durham County Council - by planting trees and creating greener spaces for the future.

Pupils have been learning about the importance of trees for wildlife, biodiversity, and climate change while helping to improve their local environment. From digging and planting the young trees, students have played an important role in making a positive difference. 💚

These new trees will help create healthier, greener communities for years to come — and inspire the next generation to care for the planet. 🌍✨

14/05/2026

Emma has been at Chopwell Woodland Park - Forestry England making sure everything is ready for our Forest School training in the newly renovated classroom. There's still chance to book your place on the Chopwell or Durham courses which start at the beginning of June:
Forest School Training, starts June 2026 – Level 3 Forest School Leader, North East – OASES https://share.google/Dk6FfHtRW7IWmSGzW

13/05/2026

10/05/2026

Campfire treats just taste better 🔥🍫

There’s nothing like cooking over an open fire—learning new skills, sharing laughs, and enjoying well-earned treats together. Moments like these make outdoor learning unforgettable 🌲✨

08/05/2026

🎉🌍 Happy 100th Birthday to David Attenborough! 🌍🎉

For decades, Sir David Attenborough has inspired generations to connect with and protect the natural world. Through his documentaries and campaigning, he has helped people understand the importance of biodiversity, sustainability, and taking action to care for our planet. 🌿💚

At OASES, we share this same mission — encouraging communities and young people to engage with nature, protect local environments, and create a more sustainable future for everyone.

Thank you, Sir David, for continuing to be such a powerful voice for our planet and an inspiration to so many around the world. 🌎✨



Photography: © Alex Board

06/05/2026

We’re delighted that the "See You in the Garden" project has been extended - funded by Sunderland City Council - and we are even more excited to be collaborating with 3 garden sites across Sunderland and Washington 🌼

🌟 Make sure to follow the new “See You in the Garden” page to stay up to date and get involved in everything we have planned!

This page will be your go-to place for all the latest updates, events, and activities happening across our community garden sites. From hands-on gardening sessions and family-friendly events to opportunities to learn new skills, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 🌿

We can’t wait to see you there! 💚

03/05/2026

Learning new skills, building confidence 🔨🌱

Great to see young people getting hands-on and learning how to safely use tools—skills that will last a lifetime. From teamwork to problem-solving, it’s all happening beyond the classroom! 🌿

30/04/2026

Our Forest School Level 2 and Level 3 Training is starting in June 😎 We have two courses available; County Durham or Chopwell, Gateshead. Book your place on our website:
https://oases.org.uk/for-schools/training/course-accredited-courses/

30/04/2026

Big news worth celebrating 🌱

A major milestone has just been reached—the first climate-friendly school outside of the North East is here!

It’s inspiring to see progress like this spreading beyond one region—proof that positive change doesn’t stay in one place, it grows.

Here’s to more schools, more communities, and more steps toward a cleaner, brighter future 💚

We’re proud to celebrate a huge milestone! 🌍🎉

The first climate-friendly school outside of the North East is leading the way in sustainability, inspiring young people to care for the planet through real action and hands-on learning.

Herringthorpe Junior School are reducing waste, utilising their outdoor spaces, and empowering their students to make greener choices. This school is showing what’s possible when communities come together for a better future. 🌱💚

A brilliant step forward for climate education and environmental leadership!

Don't just take our word for it, hear from the school themselves below 🗨️