Inclusive wellbeing for children
Regulate. Connect. Grow.
Since 2011, Mud Pie Explorers has helped children regulate, connect and grow in local green spaces. We provide inclusive, nature-based wellbeing support across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and Newport for children and young people who experience barriers to participation, belonging or wellbeing.
Through consistent, child-led spaces, children can feel safe, understood and included—finding their place, finding their people and participating in ways that work for them. Our work includes grant-funded, commissioned and family-funded groups, alongside training and consultancy for schools and organisations.
What we offer
Inclusive wellbeing groups
These are our core groups. They are OT informed nature based small groups for children facing barriers to participation, belonging and wellbeing.
For children aged 6- 16.
Access support groups
OT led group for children to enable them to build the confidence and skills to attend our core groups. Children attend with trusted adults and/ or may be supported by a 1:1.
For children aged 6- 16.
School holiday groups
Funded and family-paid woodland sessions during the school holidays. All are designed specifically for children facing barriers to participation, belonging or wellbeing. Some are open to all children. Ages and eligibility vary.
Training and consultancy
Practical training and consultancy for schools and organisations developing inclusive, regulation-informed and nature-based practice. We offer focused practical outdoor training and mentoring programmes.
Our impact 2024/25
