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Course Overview

Looking to understand forest schooling and outdoor learning in the UK? This Forest Schooling Course is a CPD-accredited programme designed to help you explore child development through nature-based education—entirely online and at your own pace.

Forest School education is growing across the UK, with schools and early years settings increasingly adopting outdoor, nature-led learning approaches to support children’s wellbeing, confidence, and social development. Research shows that outdoor learning can significantly improve children’s emotional resilience and engagement.

This course equips you with essential knowledge in forest school principles, child-led learning, outdoor risk awareness, environmental education, and safeguarding, helping you understand how nature-based learning supports development.

If you’re searching for a forest school course UK, outdoor learning training, or forest school practitioner training, this comprehensive programme provides the knowledge you need.

Enrol today and explore the benefits of forest schooling.

Course Overview

Structured into specialised modules, this Forest Schooling Course covers:

Introduction to forest school principles and philosophy
History and development of forest schooling in the UK
Benefits of outdoor learning for children
Child development in natural environments
Planning forest school sessions
Risk awareness and safety considerations
Safeguarding in outdoor settings
Environmental education and sustainability
Communication and child engagement outdoors
Evaluating learning outcomes in forest schooling

Each module builds your understanding of outdoor education and child-centred learning approaches.

Whether you work in education or childcare, this course provides essential knowledge of forest school methods and outdoor learning frameworks.

Enrol Now and Develop Your Outdoor Education Knowledge!

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this CPD-accredited Forest Schooling course, you will:

Understand forest school principles and approaches
Learn how outdoor environments support child development
Plan structured forest school sessions
Understand safeguarding in outdoor settings
Apply risk awareness in outdoor learning
Support children’s confidence and independence
Promote environmental awareness and sustainability
Develop communication skills in outdoor settings
Understand observation and evaluation methods
Build confidence in outdoor education concepts

Why Enrol in This Course?

By enrolling in this CPD-accredited Forest Schooling course, you will gain essential knowledge required for roles in education and childcare. Outdoor learning is becoming increasingly valued across schools and early years settings in the UK.

This course aligns with UK education and safeguarding standards, helping you develop relevant knowledge for working with children in outdoor environments.

With 24/7 flexible access, you can study at your own pace—ideal for educators, childcare professionals, and beginners.

Who is This Course for?

This Forest Schooling course is ideal for:

Teachers and teaching assistants
Early years practitioners
Childcare professionals
SEN support staff
Parents and carers
Anyone interested in outdoor education

Join thousands of learners developing education skills with this CPD-accredited programme.

Prerequisites for This Course

There are no specific entry requirements. This course is open to:

Beginners interested in forest schooling
Education and childcare professionals
Anyone interested in outdoor learning

CPD Accredited Certification

Upon completing the course and passing the final exam, you will receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from Apex Learning. This certification demonstrates your qualifications and skills. The Digital version of the certificate is available for a discounted price of £9.99 only, and you can order a hard copy of the certificate for a discounted price of £14.99 only.

📍Note: Discounted certificate pricing is available for a limited time only. Secure yours before the offer ends!

Career Path

Completing this Forest Schooling course opens up opportunities such as:

Forest School Assistant

Support outdoor learning sessions for children.
Average UK salary: £18,000 – £25,000

Teaching Assistant (Outdoor Learning)

Support classroom and outdoor educational activities.
Average UK salary: £18,000 – £24,000

Early Years Practitioner

Work with young children in nursery or childcare settings.
Average UK salary: £18,000 – £26,000

SEN Teaching Assistant

Support children with special educational needs.
Average UK salary: £18,000 – £25,000

Childcare Worker

Provide care and support in educational or childcare settings.
Average UK salary: £18,000 – £24,000

Pathway for Progression

With this Forest Schooling course, you can progress into advanced areas such as forest school leadership, early years education, or child development specialisations.

Further training in education, safeguarding, and SEN support can support long-term career growth in the UK education sector.