About the event

This taster day is aimed at those who are interested in learning more about the Forest School approach to learning.

It can also be used as a first step for those considering taking Forest School Leader training at a later date.

Forest School is an outdoor education approach where students visit woodlands and use natural resources to stimulate imaginative, creative, and investigative play and learning. Children can saw wood, whittle sticks, climb trees, build shelters, and help to light fires - all whilst learning about nature, wildlife, and the environment. These self-led activities help young people to take risks safely, take responsibility for their actions, and take care of themselves and others. 

Entry Criteria

• Participants need to be over 16 years of age and have an interest in working with children and young people outdoors.

Course Cost: £100

Taster day layout

The purpose of the taster day is to give you a flavour of what Forest School is about and how it may fit within your setting; it is not an accredited course.

One day of training to cover:

• -Understanding the Forest School Approach to Learning, including the Forest School Principles
• -Practical Forest School skills

This training is held in an outdoor setting.

Taster day content

This taster day will provide you with an introduction to the Forest School ethos and principles and explore the skills necessary to become an effective member of a Forest School delivery team. We will discuss the Forest school approach to learning, risk management and the impacts of Forest school on a woodland environment. Practical skills covered will include safe use of a range of hand tools and a variety of games and activities. 

Please note that this taster day will not entitle you to lead your own Forest School sessions. Our Level 2 Forest School assistant and Level 3 Forest school leader training are accredited courses for those playing an active part in forest School sessions. https://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/wildertraining/forest-school 

If you are a school or other organisation wishing to book your place via invoice please email us for information. 

Please ensure you have read and agree to the terms and conditions and Learner Agreement before booking. Our Diversity and Inclusion policy, Students complaints and appeals procedures are also available as links within the Terms & Conditions.

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