Introduction
During the 2024 National Forest School Conference, participants engaged in a focus group session to explore the question:
“How do you generate the evidence and insights that show the value of your practice to clients, managers, funders, and to yourself?”
Ten groups participated in this session, representing approximately 100 Forest school practitioners attending the national conference. The objective was to share approaches, learn from one another, and provide the FSA with a better understanding of current practices in collecting, analysing, and sharing data. The feedback provided valuable insights into how practitioners measure and communicate the value of their work, which is critical for sustaining and growing their impact.
This report summarises the key themes that emerged from the group discussions.
