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Forest School Short Courses

Our forest school and outdoor learning short courses are delivered by our experienced forest school leaders, who have a passion for learning through the natural environment. With over 20 short courses and workshops available, we are confident you will be able to find training that suits your needs, whether you are an experienced forest school leader or a professional wanting to develop your understanding of forest school and/or outdoor learning. 

Due to the wide range of training on offer and the different environments needed for each course, our forest school and outdoor learning courses may take place in one of three locations (please refer to each course to confirm the location of it):

  • Acorn Training Centre, Milton Keynes (MK4 4DE) - Usually indoors
  • Salcey Forest, Northants (NN7 2HX) - Usually outdoors
  • Acorn at Jubilee Wood, Milton Keynes (MK6 2LB) - Usually outdoors

'A Natural Handmade Christmas'

by Donna & Gemma - £15

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Summary:

  • This course will teach you how to use natural materials to make:
  • Winter Trees
  • Wooden tree decorations
  • Popcorn Garlands
  • Ice Decorations
  • Stick Reindeer
  • Woodland Wreath
  • Salt Dough Decorations
  • And many more...

Location:

Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE

Published: 3rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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'An Introduction to Forest School'

by Donna & Gemma - £60

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Summary:

This course will introduce you to the forest school ethos and will help you to develop some of the skills and knowledge required to enhance learning in the outdoors. The course includes both theory and practical, and at least half of the course will take place outside in a forest.

Learning Outcomes:

  • You will develop an understanding of the principles and ethos of Forest School, and understand the structure of a forest school session
  • You will develop your understanding of the woodland environment, including identification of species, uses of different natural resources, and understanding the impact of educational activities on the environment
  • You will gain some educational activity ideas and how these activities can be linked to the EYFS or National Curriculum

Location:

Salcey Forest, NN7 2HX

Published: 1st October, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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Arts, Crafts & Creativity in the Outdoors'

by Donna & Gemma - £30

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Summary:

This practical course will introduce you to a range of natural crafts that you can take back to your setting. It will also help to develop your understanding of the properties of different natural resources which will help you to create your own crafts using resources available to you in the outdoors.

Location:

Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE

Published: 3rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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Introducing Fire to your Outdoor Provision

by Donna & Gemma - £30

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Summary:

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively introduce fire to your Outdoor Learning provisions, from learning to manage the risks, to developing your fire lighting skills, to maximising the learning opportunities.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand how to effectively assess and manage the risks
  • Develop the skills to safely light and maintain fires using different methods
  • Learn how to deliver some educational activities using the fire

Location:

Salcey Forest, NN7 2HX

Published: 3rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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'Making the Most of the Outdoors in All Seasons'

by Donna & Gemma - £30

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Learning Outcomes:

  • To explore activities that are suitable for a range of children in the outdoor environment
  • Gain an understanding of how to plan activities for the outdoors during all seasons and their links to the EYFS
  • To plan a wide range of activities for the outdoor environment
  • To risk assess the activities and weather conditions
  • To be able to link the activities to the EYFS

Location:

Salcey Forest, NN7 2HX

Published: 3rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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'Maths, Mark-making and Literacy in the Outdoors'

by Donna & Gemma - £30

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Summary:

This practical workshop will explore the importance of providing maths, mark-making and literacy opportunities whilst outside, and will provide a range of activity ideas

Location:

Acorn at Jubilee Wood, 1 Fishermead Boulevard, Fishermead, Milton Keynes, MK6 2LB

Published: 3rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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'Natural Mother's Day Gifts'

by Donna & Gemma - £30

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Summary:

This practical workshop will introduce a range of crafts, gifts and activity ideas that you can do with your children in preparation for Mother's Day

Location:

Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE

Published: 3rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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'SEND in the Outdoors'

by Donna & Gemma - £30

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Upcoming Courses:

  • There are currently no upcoming dates for this course, however if you wish to book this course in house then please contact us. 

To book a course, please find the date you desire on our booking page and select 'book now'

Summary:

This course will provide some practical ideas on how to make the most of the outdoors for children with additional learning needs. Practitioners are expected to have some knowledge of SEN before attending.

Location:

Acorn Training Centre, 6 Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DE

Published: 3rd September, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

Author: Alex Hunter

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  • SEND & Additional Needs Courses
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