Forest School Training

We run Forest School practitioner and CPD courses throughout the year and will post information here on courses with space as we run them.  Please contact us if you have a specific need or requirement.  See you soon…

NEW 2023 course dates:

WILD CHERRY 2023 Level 3 Course: Will be held at The Woodland Garden, next to the White House, Ward End Park, Washwood Heath Road, Ward End, Birmingham, B8 2HE.
Dates – 12th, 19th and 26th May and 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th June and 7th July 2023
Successful completion of the above, an onsite delivery assessment at your own forest school PLUS attendance at your choice of additional skills sessions and the completion of a portfolio of research and evidence achieves the ‘Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders’ qualification. Total cost = £950.00

OCNWM Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leadership

If you wish to lead Forest School programmes, the completion of your Level 3 is the beginning of your journey.  Apply now…

What should I expect if I train with Step-Out? 

  • A training course held in an inspiring location with excellent indoor and outdoor spaces, easy access and parking.
  • A maximum of twelve students per course in order to maximise practical ‘hands-on’ time and give opportunities to explore and experience the Forest School ethos in depth.
  • An all-inclusive price of £950.00 with no hidden extras.
  • Tutor(s) still regularly involved in delivering Forest School Programmes with many and varied groups and individuals.
  • A course which will challenge and stimulate you.
  • Plenty of support for the duration of your training.

Due to the modular nature of this course participants can decide if they wish to complete Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 forest school leadership qualifications prior to, or during the course.

If you are interested in attending this course please contact Sarah to ensure that this is the appropriate training course for you on sarah@step-out.info or 07962 446886.

Previous course feedback...

“Just awesome – in depth, informative, formal, informal and fun all at the same time.”  Mr R. – Forest School Training Course 2016

“The past 12 months have been an amazing journey, the Step-Out team and yourself have to be one of the most inspirational group of people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting and the work you do is infectious!  I look forward to being able to run my own sessions knowing I have had the best training available and for that I thank you.”  Mr W. – Forest School Training Course, 2015

“Fantastic Training.”

“I have loved my Forest School training, it has just reinforced the fact that I’d love to do this full-time!”

“Sarah has been a fabulous trainer with a very caring and individual approach.”