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Forest School Practitioner Training courses, outdoor workshops, creativity courses and more from Kindling Play and Training

If you wish to be added to the list a booking form will secure a place.

 Kindling delivers RQF accredited Forest Schools Practitioner Training at NOCN (One Awards) Level 1 through to Level 3. These training courses can be delivered in house f the group size is viable. All courses are facilitated by Lily Horseman, an experienced and creative trainer and Forest School practitioner. Lily has held a Level 4 Forest School Trainers award since 2009, is a director and Chair of the Forest School Association. For more information or to ask questions call Lily on 07789 723 061 (please note that texts or WhatsApp messages may not receive a quick response, phone calls will receive a faster response).

Lily has demonstrated that Kindling Forest School training meets the criteria set out by the Forest School Association and has met the Quality Assurance benchmarks.  

 

 

 

 

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Forest School Practitioner Trining Course Dates

Nov
8
Mon
2021
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Bradford, West Yorkshire
Nov 8 – Nov 12 all-day
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Bradford, West Yorkshire

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training (6th – 10th June 2022)  Cost £820 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

The COVID19 crisis has had an impact on our ability to deliver training. The dates below are proposed but are subject to change if the venues or trainers are unavailable. We will give priority to people who were booked on our system for courses in Spring 2020 as new course dates become available. If you wish to be added to the list a booking form will secure a place.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Download Forest School Booking Form Level 3

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates complete a 2 day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at own cost
  • Second week – Consisting of  5 days of  further training and benchmarking

Download the Forest School Practitioner Training Level 3 Flyer

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has basic accommodation on site which costs approx. £20 per night. Details of how to book accommodation will be sent with confirmation of course booking.

Mar
21
Mon
2022
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria
Mar 21 – Mar 25 all-day
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training 17th – 21st October 2022  Cost £850 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

Please be aware that should the Covid19 legislations change, the dates and other elements of the course may be subject to change.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Download Forest School Booking Form Level 3

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates will need to complete a 2-day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at their own cost (this is not provided by Kindling Play and Training, but we can recommend good providers).
  • A Second week – Consisting of  5 days for further training and benchmarking.

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has accommodation onsite at an additional cost of £150 per week. 

Apr
25
Mon
2022
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Leighton Hall Carnforth, Lancashire LA5 9ST
Apr 25 – Apr 29 all-day
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Leighton Hall Carnforth, Lancashire LA5 9ST

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training (31st October – 4th November 2022)  Cost £850 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

The COVID19 crisis has had an impact on our ability to deliver training. The dates below are proposed but are subject to change if the venues or trainers are unavailable.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Download Forest School Booking Form Level 3

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates complete a 2 day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at own cost
  • Second week – Consisting of  5 days of  further training and benchmarking

Download the Forest School Practitioner Training Level 3 Flyer

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric Outdoor First Aid 2-day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has NO accommodation.

May
16
Mon
2022
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria
May 16 – May 20 all-day
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training 21st – 26th November 2022  Cost £850 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

Please be aware that should the Covid19 legislations change, the dates and other elements of the course may be subject to change.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Download Forest School Booking Form Level 3

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates will need to complete a 2-day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at their own cost (this is not provided by Kindling Play and Training, but we can recommend good providers).
  • A Second week – Consisting of  5 days for further training and benchmarking.

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has accommodation onsite at an additional cost of £150 per week. 

Jun
13
Mon
2022
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria
Jun 13 – Jun 17 all-day
Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training 5th December 2022  Cost £850 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

Please be aware that should the Covid19 legislations change, the dates and other elements of the course may be subject to change.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Download Forest School Booking Form Level 3

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates will need to complete a 2-day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at their own cost (this is not provided by Kindling Play and Training, but we can recommend good providers).
  • A Second week – Consisting of  5 days for further training and benchmarking.

Download the Forest School Practitioner Training Level 3 Flyer

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has accommodation onsite at an additional cost of £150 per week. 

Sep
26
Mon
2022
***Fully Booked*** Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Bradford, West Yorkshire
Sep 26 – Sep 30 all-day
***Fully Booked*** Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Bradford, West Yorkshire

*** This course is now fully booked ***

 

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training (April 2023)  Cost £850 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

Please be aware that should the Covid19 legislations change, the dates and other elements of the course may be subject to change.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Download Forest School Booking Form Level 3

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates complete a 2 day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at own cost
  • Second week – Consisting of  5 days of  further training and benchmarking

Download the Forest School Practitioner Training Level 3 Flyer

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has no accommodation, however, there are B&B’s close to the venue.

Oct
3
Mon
2022
***Fully Booked*** Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria.
Oct 3 – Oct 7 all-day
***Fully Booked***  Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria.

*** This course is now fully booked ***

 

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training (W/c 8th May 2023)  Cost £850 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

Please be aware that should the Covid19 legislations change, the dates and other elements of the course may be subject to change.

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Find out more or book here (Scroll to bottom of page to book)

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates will need to complete a 2-day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at their own cost (this is not provided by Kindling Play and Training, but we can recommend good providers).
  • A Second week – Consists of  5 days for further training and benchmarking.

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has accommodation onsite at an additional cost of £150 per week. 

BOOK NOW (Scroll to bottom of page to book)

Nov
7
Mon
2022
**FULL** Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria
Nov 7 – Nov 11 all-day
**FULL**  Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria

**This Course is Now Fully Booked**

 

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training (w/c 5th June 2023)  Cost £850 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

 

Please be aware that should the Covid19 legislations change, the dates and other elements of the course may be subject to change.

 

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Book Here

 

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

 

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates will need to complete a 2-day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at their own cost (this is not provided by Kindling Play and Training, but we can recommend good providers).
  • A Second week – Consisting of  5 days for further training and benchmarking.

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has accommodation onsite at an additional cost of £160 per week. 

 

BOOK HERE

Mar
27
Mon
2023
**Fully Booked** Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria
Mar 27 – Mar 31 all-day
**Fully Booked** Level 3 Forest School Practitioner Training @ Grizedale, Cumbria

**This course is now fully booked, please contact us if you would like to be added to the waiting list**

This Forest School training course also includes a second week of training (w/c 9th October 2023)  Cost £900 includes both weeks of training, course materials, ongoing support and membership of the Forest School Association.

 

Please be aware that should the Covid19 legislations change, the dates and other elements of the course may be subject to change.

 

NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership (RQF)

This course is an opportunity to explore to a higher level different approaches to using the outdoor environment in a Forest School setting and is for those who and wish to coordinate, manage and lead Forest School Sessions with children, young people or adults.

Book Here

 

You will investigate how best to design and run a Forest School programme and look at how to approach and apply it safely and effectively.

This Forest School Level 3 course is aimed at individuals who have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Child Care, Teaching, or relevant experience in working with children.

The course content of this qualification is based on up-to-date research surrounding aspects of

  • Holistic development
  • Neuroscience
  • Theories of Learning and Development
  • Woodland conservation, history and management
  • Wellbeing and nature connection
  • Risk benefit assessments

 

Course Duration

  • Initial training week – consisting of 5 days of training
  • Portfolio work – candidates take away their portfolio to work on (For about 7 months)
  • First Aid – Candidates will need to complete a 2-day ITC outdoor paediatric first aid course at their own cost (this is not provided by Kindling Play and Training, but we can recommend good providers).
  • A Second week – Consisting of  5 days for further training and benchmarking.

Participants on this course will need to complete a paediatric outdoor First Aid 2 day course before completing their Forest School training. (First Aid not included in price).

*This venue has accommodation onsite at an additional cost of £200 per week. 

 

BOOK HERE

Apr
13
Thu
2023
Refilling our ‘Compassion Cup’. An introduction to needs-led practice for people who work in the outdoors. @ Woolton Woods, Liverpool
Apr 13 @ 09:00 – 16:30

Come and join us for a day exploring human needs!

We will respond to the needs of the group (of course we will), but we anticipate that these ingredients will form part of our time together:

– Understanding needs, their relation to our behaviours and the behaviour of our participants;

– Unmet needs and what they might look like: how do we respond appropriately, and how do we look after needs in a time of dysregulation?

– Marrying up theories with our experiences and discussing the challenges of applying them;

– The dynamics and quality of human connection;

– Working with needs in nature and woodlands: the problems and possibilities.

Who is this for? Those who work in Forest School and other participant-centred settings as well as for those who aspire to develop their practice in this area. You may be experienced in theories but are looking for time and space to share experiences with others. Or you may be new to these ideas but are excited to learn.

The course will be facilitated by Lily Horseman and Froo Signore. As Forest School practitioners and facilitators they will draw from their own rich experience of relating theories and practice. There is nothing they like more than unpicking the juicy aspects of human behaviour and how this shows up in their session delivery.

For tickets click here

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