Forest Schools and outdoor learning - CACHE endorsed

This CACHE endorsed short course explores outdoor learning in a local woodland or natural environment with trees.

Learn about the benefits of outdoor learning, principles of Forest School, hazards in the outdoor environment, activities that work well in a woodland setting, and woodland flora and fauna.

Learning outcomes

• You will learn about the history of Forest School, the ethos, principles, and good practice
• You will learn about some of the important benefits of Forest School, and outdoor learning in general
• You will be aware of the risks and hazards involved in planning and delivering outdoor learning sessions in the natural environment
• You will reflect on how outdoor sessions in natural environments could support child development

Advantages of this course

• Being at one with nature has been shown to protect the psychological wellbeing of children. This course considers this, and additional benefits of outdoor learning, on the healthy development of children.
• This course asks you to think about the importance of reasonable risk-taking for children, and the conflict that can sometimes arise between the curiosity of children and the protective instinct of adults. This course contains reading text on risks and hazards to be mindful of when planning and delivering outdoor learning sessions.
• If you are keen to deliver an outdoor activity in a woodland yourself, there is a recommended kit list and presentation on ‘understanding woodlands’ that will help. Please be aware, only qualified Forest School Leaders can deliver Forest School sessions. This course does not qualify you for working as a Forest School Leader.
• Additional activities about the woodland environment, ecological impact, and fauna and flora, encourage you to reflect on your learning
• There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information, book suggestions, and links to websites to expand knowledge

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Laser e-Certificate (included in the course price). You will also have the option of purchasing a CACHE Endorsed e-Certificate for an additional £4.99.

Endorsement statement: Our short course has been reviewed by a Subject Specialist and endorsed by CACHE demonstrating the quality and rigor. This is an unregulated programme and is not a nationally recognised qualification.

After purchasing this course on Reed, a customer service representative from Laser Learning will email you with instructions on how to access your course on the Laser Short Course website.

If the purchase was made within business hours, you should expect your email within 1-2 hours. If your purchase was made outside of business hours, you should expect your email the next working day.

Early years practitioners, teaching staff, and people looking for an insight into the ethos of forest schools

A computer, mobile, or tablet and an internet connection

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Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

CACHE endorsed certificate

Digital certificate - £4.99