Inspiring excellence in craft, design and education using home-grown timber
About Us
The Wood School bridges the gap between education and the wood industry. It is inspiring and educating the next generation of designers, makers, consumers and woodland owners in the value of home-grown timber.
our student experience
An incredibly joyful and inspiring experience developing my woodworking ambitions within the pioneering and nurturing context of Sylva – thank you! In an object-focused profession, it’s encouraging to see yourself within a wider network of regenerative makers, thinkers, mentors, friends (and forests!) making a difference within the UK’s wood culture.
Amy 2024
Joe and Phil have brought their wealth of experience to creating an exceptional environment for learning and practising furniture making.
The deliberate thought and work put into fostering the community at Sylva is something that I really enjoyed being part of, and is something I will take with me, as much as the practical skills development.
The variety of wood related knowledge that you are able to access on the course, and the way that it is blended into the learning journey, and the thought provoking conversation that it inspires, made my time at Sylva a very rich and rewarding experience.
Andy 2024
The Sylva Summer School experience is a transformative journey where craftsmanship meets creativity, empowering women and non-binary individuals to shape not only wood but also their skills and confidence in a supportive environment. Over a short period, we learned a vast array of techniques and gained invaluable knowledge on forestry. I feel incredibly lucky to have been part of this wonderful project and profoundly recommend it to others!
Franky 2024
