Forest School Leader training – Level 3
Followed by a practical observation at your setting
*practical course dates shared via email. You must attend these to complete the qualification.
🌳155 Guided Learning Hours
🌳15 hours on site practical (available once Covid-19 restrictions lifted)
🌳130 hours supported online training
In this Forest School Leader, Level 3 course, you will learn practical skills and knowledge to work as a Forest School Leader. This will include building factual, procedural and theoretical knowledge and understanding of Forest School.
1. understand the development of Forest School
2. be able to manage the ecological impact of Forest School
3. develop the underpinning documents required for a Forest School programme
4. plan in line with the Forest School ethos and principles
This qualification combines practical sessions at our setting with theory elements delivered hrough the virtual classroom. These units are fully supported by the team at Inspired Forest School Training, offering advice and coursework marking via the Google Classroom platform you will be invited to via email.
We will also offer you the chance to attend optional free practical top-up dates.
The Forest School Leader award (Level 3) is divided into 5 clear units, of which 3 can be achieved online. The remaining two units will be completed on the Forest School Practical Days (x2) you choose to attend in the future.
- Planning and Preparation
- Delivery
- Learning and Development
- Practical Skills
- The Woodland Environment

Learn practical skills alongside our training team.

Online training completed in your own time with a supportive community and guided assessment tasks.