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Become a Qualified Forest School Leader Without Quitting Your Job

Our Online Level 3 Course Helps You Gain a Recognised Qualification, Build Real Confidence Outdoors, and Open Doors to a Career You'll Love Without Taking Unpaid Leave or Travelling for Training.

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check Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Certificate through Open Awards
check Same qualification as face-to-face courses
check No prior Forest Schools experience required

Lynsey Rodgers

This was the best training I have been to. I would highly recommend the course and will send future staff to the training

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3 Easy Steps to Becoming a Qualified Forest School Leader

It's Never Been Easier to Get Qualified. Just Follow These Simple Steps and Start Leading Forest School Sessions.

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Choose your payment option and get instant access to your course materials

Fill Out Your Portfolio

Lead 6 Sessions in your own setting to fill out your portfolio.

Enjoy A Career You Love

ExperienceThe Joy of Teaching Again in just 6-12 Months, without the paperwork, politics or Ppressure.

Stop Wishing Your Life Away

The classroom is draining you. But you still love working with children. That's not a contradiction. That's a sign.

Our Level 3 qualification helps you transform your career, rediscover your purpose, and finally do work that feeds your soul. Without unpaid leave, residential courses, or financial leaps of faith.

Train while you're still employed. No need to quit first.
Recognised by employers and insurers.
Payment plans available from £167 per month (For 6 months)

Start Your Transformation

Watch Children Come Alive

You've seen it. The withdrawn child who suddenly leads the group. The anxious child who finds calm by the fire. The child who "can't focus" building something extraordinary with their hands.

This qualification helps you create those moments deliberately, document them in language schools understand, and become the advocate these children need. Without being a nature expert or having years of outdoor experience.

Learn child-led facilitation that unlocks potential the classroom can't reach.
Gain the language to evidence outdoor learning in ways schools recognise.
No nature expertise required. Your teaching skills are the foundation.

Start Making a Difference

From Nervous to Confident

Reading books and watching YouTube videos can only take you so far. Real confidence comes from proper training, practice, and feedback. This course gives you all three.

This qualification helps you build genuine competence with tools, fire, and risk assessment, gain the confidence to lead sessions without second-guessing yourself, and earn the credentials employers and insurers require. Without face-to-face training days or travelling across the country..

Comprehensive training in tools, fire, and practical skills.
Tutor support throughout. Never left wondering if you're on track.
Qualifies you for insurance and professional recognition.

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What This Qualification Does For You

The Outcomes You Can Expect After Completing Your Training

A Recognised Qualification

Gain an Ofqual-regulated certificate without attending residential training.

Insurance Eligibility

Qualify for public liability insurance without needing face-to-face assessment.

Practical Confidence

Learn tools, fire, and risk assessment without years of outdoor experience.

Career Opportunities

Open doors to employment or self-employment without starting from scratch.

Full Support

Get tutor guidance and portfolio feedback without being left to figure it out alone.

Flexible Training

Complete the course around your life without rigid schedules or time off work.

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Why More Educators Choose Us Than Any Other Provider

Experience the support, flexibility, and quality that's made us the UK's most trusted Forest School training provider.

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Training Educators Since 2001

We've been qualifying Forest School Leaders for over two decades. You're learning from the UK's most experienced provider.

25,000+ Qualified Graduates

More educators have trained with us than any other provider. Our methods work.

Ofqual-Regulated Qualification

Your certificate is awarded through Open Awards and recognised by employers and insurers across the UK. It is the same qualification as any other Forest Schools Level 3 Face-To-Face course.

Support Until You Qualify

You're never left to figure it out alone. Our tutors guide you from enrolment to certification.

Train Around Your Life

No fixed schedules. No residential weeks. Study when it works for you.

Proven Career Outcomes

Our graduates lead sessions in schools, nurseries, and their own businesses across the country.

Choose the Right Plan for You

Every plan includes full tutor support and your Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Certificate.

Self Guided Learning

£997

What's included

Access To The Full Forest Schools Learning Platform
On-Demand Video Lessons Of the full Forest Schools Level 3 training course
Tutor support throughout
Portfolio marking and feedback
Session plan templates
Risk-benefit assessment templates
A Level 3 Ofqual-regulated Certification

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2 Days Supported Learning

£1197

What's included

Everything in Self Guided Learning
2 Days Immersive training at a location and date of your choice
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5 Day Full Immersion

£1397

What's included

Everything in Self Guided Learning
5 Days immersive training at a location and date of your choosing
Priority Enrolment

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What people are saying about our Forest Schools training

Real Stories From People Who Made The Leap.

Greg K.

Verified Customer

I was a burnt out Year 4 teacher. Now I spend my days in the woods with children. No contest.

Maisie L.

Verified Customer

The children I work with have SEN and forest school has been incredible for them. This course prepared me properly

Karina M.

Verified Customer

Loved it. My nursery manager is sending two more staff on the next cohort

Ruth A.

Verified Customer

I've seen children who can't sit still for 5 minutes in a classroom happily engage for 2 hours in the woods. This training showed me how to facilitate that properly.

Jessie B.

Verified Customer

My favourite week of the year was my training week. Came home a different person.

Leslie Alexander

Verified Customer

Impressed with the quality and performance. The product works smoothly and delivers great results.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!

What makes the online course different from face-to-face training?

You get the same Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Certificate through Open Awards as our face-to-face courses. The difference is flexibility. You study from home, on your own schedule, with full tutor support throughout. There are no residential weeks, no travel, and no time off work required.

Is the online qualification recognised by employers and insurers?

Yes. Your certificate is awarded by Open Awards and regulated by Ofqual, the same awarding body and regulatory framework as face-to-face courses. Employers and insurance providers recognise the qualification. No one will know whether you trained online or in person unless you tell them.

How long does the course take to complete?

Most learners complete within 6 to 12 months, but there's no fixed deadline. You study at your own pace with flexible deadlines. Some complete faster, others take longer depending on their circumstances. We support you until you qualify.

Do I need any prior Forest School experience?

No. The course is designed for people new to Forest School. If you have experience working with children in any capacity, whether as a teacher, TA, nursery practitioner, or childminder, you have the foundation you need. We teach you everything else.

What's included in the course?

Full access to all course materials, tutor support throughout your training, portfolio marking and feedback, session plan templates, risk-benefit assessment templates, and your Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Certificate upon completion.

What support do I get?

You're assigned a tutor who supports you from enrolment to certification. You can ask questions, get feedback on your portfolio, and receive guidance whenever you need it. You're never left to figure it out alone.

Can I do this while still working?

Yes. The course is designed for working professionals. There are no fixed class times or residential weeks. You fit the training around your job, your family, and your life.

What can I do once I'm qualified?

You can lead Forest School sessions in schools, nurseries, or other settings. You can add Forest School to your current role, seek employment as a Forest School Leader, or start your own Forest School business. The qualification also allows you to apply for public liability insurance.

This Could Be Your Monday Morning

Our graduates lead sessions just like these in schools, nurseries, and their own Forest School businesses.

Ready to Become a Forest School Leader?

Join 25,000+ educators who've already made the change.

Our Online Level 3 Course Helps You Gain a Recognised Qualification, Build Real Confidence, and Start a Career You'll Love Without Quitting Your Job or Travelling for Training.

Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Certificate through Open Awards
Full tutor support until you qualify
Flexible payment options from £167/month

Begin Today

A Word from sarah blackwell

Watch this before you spend another Monday counting down to Friday

It's Never Been Easier to Get Qualified. Just Follow These Simple Steps and Start Leading Forest School Sessions.

Enrol Online in Minutes

Fill Out Your Portfolio

Enjoy A Career You Love

Stop Wishing Your Life Away

Watch Children Come Alive

This qualification helps you create those moments deliberately, document them in language schools understand, and become the advocate these children need. Without being a nature expert or having years of outdoor experience.

From Nervous to Confident

This qualification helps you build genuine competence with tools, fire, and risk assessment, gain the confidence to lead sessions without second-guessing yourself, and earn the credentials employers and insurers require. Without face-to-face training days or travelling across the country..

What This Qualification Does For You

A Recognised Qualification

Insurance Eligibility

Practical Confidence

Career Opportunities

Full Support

Flexible Training

Join 25,000+ Educators Enjoying Their New Career Outdoors

Why More Educators Choose Us Than Any Other Provider

Experience the support, flexibility, and quality that's made us the UK's most trusted Forest School training provider.

Training Educators Since 2001

25,000+ Qualified Graduates

Ofqual-Regulated Qualification

Support Until You Qualify

Train Around Your Life

Proven Career Outcomes

Choose the Right Plan for You

Every plan includes full tutor support and your Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Certificate.

Self Guided Learning

2 Days Supported Learning

5 Day Full Immersion

What people are saying about our Forest Schools training

Real Stories From People Who Made The Leap.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!

This Could Be Your Monday Morning

Our graduates lead sessions just like these in schools, nurseries, and their own Forest School businesses.

Ready to Become a Forest School Leader?

Our Online Level 3 Course Helps You Gain a Recognised Qualification, Build Real Confidence, and Start a Career You'll Love Without Quitting Your Job or Travelling for Training.

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