Junior herbalist club coming soon:
SEPTEMBER 2026
"Junior Herbalist Club was created and developed by Medical Herbalist and Naturopath Mel Hornby and has been delivering herbal education to children since 2014. In 2021 Mel was awarded The Christopher Hedley Memorial Award for Significant Contribution to Herbal Medicine in recognition of her development of the JHC education program”
"Discover the Magic of Herbal Medicine!
The Junior Herbalist Club (JHC) is a recognised extracurricular course for children that grows with them:
Offering hands-on herbal education for children, with 10 engaging sessions per level, packed with discovery and practical skills. From playful exploration to in-depth study, JHC adapts to the age and ability of each group. Younger children embark on a journey of discovery, engaging all their senses in a safe and supervised environment. As students progress, the course evolves - inspiring the next generation of herbalists!"
https://www.juniorherbalistclub.com
Welcome to the junior herbalist club
The Junior Herbalist Club (JHC) is a recognised extracurricular course designed to engage and educate children and teens through play, exploration, and hands-on learning. By discovering the healing power of medicinal plants in a safe and supervised environment, students also develop essential skills in English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Botany, Latin, and Cookery—all while building confidence, improving fine motor control, and gaining a valuable new skill set.
Discover the magic of herbal medicine
Historically, knowledge of hedgerow medicine was commonplace, with people confidently identifying and using plants to treat minor ailments. Unfortunately, much of this wisdom is being lost. JHC aims to revive this knowledge, helping children and teens explore the healing power of plants and understand their importance in health and wellbeing.
A Structured & Engaging Learning Experience
Introducing children to medicinal plants in a safe and supervised environment. Through hands-on activities, they make lavender bags, sun teas, infused oils, cordials, bath bombs, lip balms, and more!
What Students Learn:
Each session focuses on a specific medicinal plant.
By the end children will:
Identify common plants in gardens, parks, and hedgerows, distinguishing between safe and toxic species.
Learn plant history & folklore, including storytelling and fun anecdotes.
Explore plant chemistry and understand their healing properties.
Make herbal remedies to take home using safe, supervised techniques.
Complete worksheets to build a portfolio of learning over time.
