We are a small independent business based in Dudley, West Midlands.
We have one simple aim, to encourage anybody that works within the childcare, education, health care Sectors , to get your client group OUTSIDE
we offer you That opportunity, get involved with one of our outdoor courses which will enable you to reconnect with your natural local environment. Our client range from those with little or no experience outdoors to those with experience wanting to upgrade their skills and learn new things.There is something for everyone!
We offer a diverse range of courses from OCN Level 3 Certificate in Leading Forest School to a one day course in living history. Please see our course dates page for more information.
we strongly believe exposure to nature on a regular bases improves our concentration and mental, physical and emotional health. Nature empowers us to lean better in many different ways because it offers so many opportunities. Get outside today.
What is a Forest School?
What is Forest Schools? Forest Schools is a unique way of building independence, self-esteem and a positive attitude towards learning in children and young people as they explore and experience the natural world for themselves. A combination of freedom and responsibility is beneficial to children with little confidence or challenging behaviour. Valuable life skills are learnt - communication, team working and responsibility.Forest Schools is a long term sustainable way of learning. It celebrates each individual child talents and is a unique way of building independence, self-esteem and a positive attitude towards learning.
If channelled correctly Forest Shcools will provide invaluable resources for children to actively discover our outdoors whilst providing them with clean green fun and allowing educational programmes to be delivered in a holistic way.
Why is Forest School good for all? :-
Want to get involved? Why not its fun!
There are 3 Levels of Forest School Training.If you are thnking of running a Forest School programe then you need to complete the OCN Level 3 Certifcate in Leading Forest School.
OCN Level 1 Award in Outdoor Learning
OCN Level 2 Award in Assisting Forest School
OCN Level 3 Certificate in Leading Forest School
First Aid for the Forest School Leader
Forest School Refresher Training
Come and find out about this exciting way of learning!
Come along to find out how you can get involved in Forest Schools and Forest School Training. The session is FREE and will include taking part in activities, getting crafty and getting a little dirty.
booking is essential.
Next Taster Course:
See dates page for further details
An Introduction to Outdoor Learnng
If you would like to get a flavour of Forest School then the Level 1 training is for you.
To achieve this course you will need to meet the following:
Cost: £200 per person including OCN Registration
Please contact us if you require further infomation:-
If your organisation would like to block book a course for a minimum of six people please contact us for further information as discounts are available
Please note that this an introductory course, and does not qualify you to run Forest School.
This training is aims at those already assisting at a forest school and would like to have an assistant qualification.
This course covers four Units of Study at Level 2 and looks in more depth at practical skills, using the woodland as a sustainable resource and the theoretical side of planning for learning and play at Forest School. These Units are:
To achieve this course you will need to meet the following criteria:
Cost: £350 including OCN Registration.
Next Level 2 Course:
See dates page for details
The qualification you need if you want to deliver Programs of Forest School sessions. Sessions.
The training comprises seven days of training with tutor contact time. These days are a mixture of practical and classroom based study. Students then have nine months to complete a portfolio of work which is expected to take approximately 120 hours of self-directed study.
The Forest School Level 3 Leader qualification comprises five units of study. (14 credits)
Criteria:
Course length: 9 months.
We strongly recommend that you hold a relevant First Aid Qualification.
Cost between £725 and £800 depending on location. including OCN registration
Next Level 3 Course:
Please see course dates for details.
16 Hr Outdoor First Aid, approved by the National Forest School Trainers network
Our next First Aid course runs on:
Booking to be confirmed
A chance to revisit the skills you learned on your Forest School training Course.
Spend the day with us and brush up on your knowledge of working with tools safely, cooking with groups and making simple green wood projects.
£60 per person
This course has been designed with the Forest School Leader in mind. It offers the chance to explore more advanced tool use and green wood working techniques. Time will be spent revisiting the camp fire. We will look at ways fire can be started using natural tinders and variety of cooking methods will also be explored.
£60 per person
We provide Day courses thought out the year at a number of locations across the UK. Scroll over the course title to find out more. We can also develop a course to suit your needs and come to you to deliver the training please contact us on sarah@getoutoftheclassroom.com or 07807624844 / (01902)681526 and let us know how we can help
| Seasonal | Woodland Craft - Get out and... | Curriculum and outside |
|---|---|---|
| Teach, Learn and Play - Sneaky learning in the Outdoors! | The Viking Way | Making maths fun outdoors |
| Make fun Halloween items | ...build shelters | Linking English learning and outdoors |
| ...make a spoon | Ways of improving your school ground for wildlife | |
| ...make woodland crafts | Science and the great outdoors | |
| Discover outdoors in the EYFS |
Forest School Sessions
Get Out of the Classroom can provide you with Forest School Sessions either within your school or within a local woodland near you. All our sessions are led by a fully qualified Forest School Leader, CRB checked and with relevant First Aid qualifications. All Forest School sessions will be resourced, Session planed and Risk assessed. Session start from as little has £100 please contact us for further details.
Wild woodland Parties
Fancy throwing a party with a difference? We can deliver themed woodland parties for your children to celebrate their special days. Examples Pirates, wizards and Witches, Fairies, teddies and much more, all our parties are tailored to suit and can include campfire cooking and shelter building. Please contact us to request a quote.
Family Bush craft Days
Fun for the whole family! Spend the whole day with us and learn simple bush craft techniques of putting up a shelter and cooking a simple lunch. Events are running across the West Midlands. Bookings are being taken for the Summer please contact us for details
Landscape design and ground maintenance services.
Help creating and maintaining your outdoor space
Do you have an outdoor space and want it improving? Need inspiration and a little help maintaining it? Do you have trees on your site which need attention?
If the answer is yes to any of these then get in touch, we can help. Our background is in environmental conservation and we strive to make the very best of any outdoor space no matter how big or small. We can work with you to help you create something very special and unique to your setting. .
If you would like to book a place on one of our courses, want help with your site, want to book a forest school program or need any other infmoration please contact:
Email: sarah@getoutoftheclassroom.com
Mobile: 07807 624 844
Land: 01902 681 526