Level 1 training is a great place to start if Forest School is a new concept for you. This training shows how the principles of Forest School can be incorporated into educational and everyday settings.
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Through guided sessions and free play we hope you will have developed a positive relationship with the natural world, and be encouraged to take children outdoors to help them become creative, independent learners.
The Level 1 training takes place over two days. This is a non-residential course.
Learners will also need to visit a Forest School Session which they will arrange.
This course is accredited by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group.
This qualification is designed to enable learners to develop an understanding of the principles and ethos of Forest School. It will prepare learners for further study and employment in the outdoors and to progress on to the level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants.
Minimum age: 14
For more details on course content or for any queries please get in touch.
Booking
You can book and pay for this course online (see below). In the Order Notes please inform us of the following:
- Job position
- Emergency contact number
- Any medical or dietary requirements
- We encourage car sharing – may we circulate your details prior to the course to other delegates?
Please read the Forest School Leader Training terms and conditions before making a booking. By booking you are accepting these terms and conditions.

What's Included
Before You Attend
What to bring
- Please bring a packed lunch for every day.
- Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and walking or strong sturdy footwear.
- Notebook and pens/pencils.
- Camera.
Please contact the centre if you would like more information or have any queries.
Accommodation
Please contact the centre if you would like details of B&B's in the area.
Opportunities to attend this course
Tue 25, July 2023 09:00 - Wed 26, July 2023 17:00
The Level 1 training takes place over two days. The dates for this course are: Tuesday 25th - Wednesday 26th July. This course is non-residential.
Wed 18, October 2023 09:00 - Thu 19, October 2023 17:00
The Level 1 training takes place over two days. The dates for this course are: Wednesday 18th - Thursday 19th October. This course is non-residential.
See our Forest School Training Level 2 and Forest School Training Level 3 opportunities