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Forest School Leader (Level 3)

All dates must be completed.

Qualification

Level 3

Dates

Autumn 2026 Dates TBC – email to register interest

Duration

8 Training days which consist of both theory and practical tasks, plus a one day tutorial. You will also be required to deliver 6 practical sessions, one of which will be observed as part of your work-based assessment and complete a portfolio. This will involve approximately 110 hours of self-directed study. The suggested timescale to complete all elements of the course is a minimum of 9 months from the beginning of your training.

Location

Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, Caswell, Swansea, SA3 3BS

Price

£1200.00

Booking

office@forestschoolsnpt.org.uk
Description

This Forest School Leader training is designed for those who would like to set up and run a Forest School programme. By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills and understanding you need to inspire young people through regular, long-term play and learning in nature. 

 

 

There are five Units of Study at Level 3: 

  • Supporting Learning, Play and Development in Natural Environments 
  • Deliver Forest School 
  • Observation and Evaluation of Forest School 
  • Sustainable Use and Management of Natural Resources 
  • Teach Outdoor Practical Skills 
Assessment
  • Attend 8 training days (a mixture of theory and practical skills, which will be assessed) 
  • 1 day Tutorial 
  • Run a Forest School Programme in your chosen setting as part of the Work-Based Assessment / Observation carried out by your trainer 
  • Completion of a portfolio  
Prerequisites

Eligibility Requirements

  • Level 2 Qualification or appropriate experience in education, youth work, childcare etc
  • Established link with a proposed client group and a potential Forest School Site
  • 18 years or over at the start of the course

or

  • Level 2 Qualification in Forest School, Countryside, Woodland Management etc
  • At least two years experience with client groups
  • Established link with a proposed client group and a potential Forest School Site
  • A degree

ALSO Before undertaking Level 3 Forest School Training, you are strongly advised to achieve a suitable First Aid Qualification and hold a current DBS certificate prior to starting your own Forest School practice, however, this is the responsibility of the individual setting. Contact us for more information about First Aid training.