What others say.

“…learned how to better navigate in a group, engaging in team work, negotiation and conflict resolution.”

“Nature Den is my child's safe haven for practising social skills. He struggles with reading social cues and gets frustrated easily in a social setting. After almost a year at NatureDen, I observed that my child has gained confidence in interacting with children of different age groups. Through the hands-on activities in a group setting, he has also learned how to better navigate in a group, engaging in team work, negotiation and conflict resolution. My son's favourite activity at Lower Pierce is building with materials from nature. He shared that he has since learnt a few useful "tricks". My child also feels comfortable with the NatureDen coaches. They have been very understanding and truly respect the children for who they are as individuals.”

— Yen, Parent of a 10 year old

“Our son looks forward to the exploration outdoors every Saturday morning and we are extending the sessions with Forest School at his request. The kids get to enjoy fresh air, discover insects and other creatures, learn handy skills including wood-whittling, and unleash their creativity in ways such as building a makeshift tent using what nature has provided. All this takes place under the care and guidance of Mindy. She gives the children time and space to be themselves through laughter and tears, to work together, to disagree with one another, and to learn to resolve conflicts. They are empowered to lead their own exploration with her guidance. Mindy is a wonderfully steady, patient and nurturing presence and we highly recommend this program.”

— Lena Lee and Thomas Ng, Parents of an 8 year old

“You have given my children a safe, nurturing and unhurried environment, for them to be children! When they have struggled, you have been a steady rock of support, never rushing or chastising, but encouraging and teaching them tools that they can use to grow and overcome their challenges.” - Parent Yen

“When my kids returned, they couldn't stop talking about how much they enjoyed the camp. This was particularly surprising for my son, who is not fond of being outdoors or in the heat. I was amazed at how engaged and enthusiastic he was about the activities. They both shared with me how much they learned and benefited from the experience.” - Ling

“Thank you for the opportunity. The kids can’t stop talking about how much fun they had during camp”. - Iskandar Mahadi

“…he is slowly but surely developing a quiet sense of confidence and is much less anxious.”

“Dear Coach Mindy, It has been almost 6 months since X started Forest School. X started Forest as a highly sensitive, anxious and suppressed child. However, under your patient and supportive guidance, he is slowly but surely developing a quiet sense of confidence and is much less anxious. He has also become more expressive of his wants and needs. X may not talk much about what he does during Forest School sessions. But through daily life moments, the awareness and mindfulness that he has gained under your coaching is very obvious. X looks forward to attending Forest School every Friday. He has repeatedly expressed that he enjoys the sessions with you. Thank you for being one of the most encouraging and empowering coach to X.”

— Parent of a 6 year old

“I found FS to be a very good way of helping my son with sensory DYS regulation and social skills challenged learn how to self-regulate and work with others in a group setting.

Nature itself provides great therapeutic . When matched with the loving, compassionate and gentle but firm facilitation of Coach Mindy and her team, the benefits and learning out in  Nature, from Nature, are exponential. 

I think there is much value for children to have a space to learn, play and grow alongside others who are different from them. It isn't easy to find adults and educators who would be able to facilitate and support such an inclusive and safe space for children to do so. But over the years, I have found Coach Mindy and her team to be one of the few I can trust to nurture my children in such a manner.”

— Sarah@mama.anything and EduParent of 2

“…there is much value for children to have a space to learn, play and grow alongside others who are different from them. ”

“…patience and encouragement has enabled my Son to overcome his phobia of heights.”

My son is fortunate to experience Coach Mindy’s leadership. Her patience and encouragement has enabled my Son to overcome his phobia of heights, which he is extremely thankful for.

With the children, Coach Mindy actively listens and provides the space and freedom for their creativity to flourish. With the parents, Coach Mindy is able to strike a unique balance of careful listening with sharing her wealth of experience and ideas.

Thanks, Coach Mindy, for making a positive difference!

— Parent of a 5 year old