Welcome to Base Camp Education!
Outdoor Learning, Holistic Tuition and Wellbeing in Hinckley, Leicestershire
Base Camp Education is a learning and wellbeing hub, creating space for children and adults to learn, connect, grow and thrive.
At Base Camp Education, tailored learning experiences and tuition are offered for home-educated and flexi-schooled children, alongside workshops, Little Wildlings Day Retreats and special events throughout the year, open to all children.
For adults, monthly Fire Circles and Wild Gathering Day Retreats provide space to connect, create and unwind in nature.
Why Base Camp?
Base Camp Education is more than just a learning space - it’s a community and a sanctuary where individuals can unwind, learn, and explore before returning to their everyday lives. Like a mountain base camp, it’s a place to pause, prepare, and gather strength for the journey ahead - which is exactly why we’re called Base Camp Education. We aim to create a safe haven for both academic and mindful growth, harnessing the transformative power of nature.
The Space:
Our log cabin sits beside a fire pit, greenhouse, mini forest school area with climbable trees, and a garden, allotment, and fruit trees. Chickens. dogs and guinea pigs often join in the learning! It’s a practical, welcoming space for group sessions, 1-to-1 tuition, and workshops all year round.
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Meet the Tutor!
Hello I'm Ellie, the teacher and founder of Base Camp Education!
About me:
Qualified Teacher (QTS from Leicester University) since 2014 with experience teaching in primary and secondary schools in the UK and overseas. Head of Personal Development. SEN experienced, inclusive to all, and a Geography specialist
AQA Award Scheme facilitator
L3 Forest School Leader and Lowland Leader for the Duke of Edinburgh Award
Mindfulness coach and kids yoga practitioner
Trained in Ruth Miskin Phonics and the Curiosity approach
Enhanced DBS certified / Safeguarding / Prevent / Outdoor and paediatric First Aid trained / fully insured
MSc from Bristol University, BScEcon from Aberystywth University
Home Ed mum of two wonderful children
Explorer and lover of the outdoors
I’ve always loved working with children and seeing them find their spark and love of learning. This is why teaching and facilitating learning is the best job in the world! I look forward to welcoming you and your family to Base Camp soon!
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