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Level 2 Forest School Assistant Course – Starting November 2025!
27 June 2025 2:36 PM | No CommentsJoin us in the woods of Sheringham Park to train as a Forest School Assistant!
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Level 1 Introduction to Forest School Ethos & Principles – Course beginning May 2025
11 March 2025 6:18 PM | No CommentsWe are excited to announce our next level 1 Introduction to Forest School course in May is now open for booking!
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![Looking for a System for Safe Tool Use at Forest School?
Ever had that moment at Forest School when a child bounds up to you bursting with excitement saying “I want to make a car/puppet/bird house/ladybird/golf club!” etc?
Knowing how to use tools safely at Forest School unlocks the potential to follow these child-led inspirations, using the [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/tool-crib-sheet-square-thumbnail-36x36.jpg "Free Tool Use Crib Sheet")
Free Tool Use Crib Sheet
30 August 2024 5:23 PM | No CommentsLooking for a System for Safe Tool Use at Forest School? Ever had that moment at Forest School when a child bounds up to you bursting with excitement saying “I want to make a car/puppet/bird house/ladybird/golf club!” etc? Knowing how to use tools safely at Forest School unlocks the potential to follow these child-led inspirations, using the [...]
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![We’re happy to announce that we have a Blended Level 2 Forest School Assistant Course starting in November 2024. The blended format is a mix of face to face session on alternate Saturdays and online webinars covering the theoretical elements of the course.
We find this method of training works better in the winter months when [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/spring-celebration-36x36.jpg "Level 2 Forest School Assistant Course – Starting November 2024!")
Level 2 Forest School Assistant Course – Starting November 2024!
30 August 2024 5:06 PM | No CommentsWe’re happy to announce that we have a Blended Level 2 Forest School Assistant Course starting in November 2024. The blended format is a mix of face to face session on alternate Saturdays and online webinars covering the theoretical elements of the course. We find this method of training works better in the winter months when [...]
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Get Singing this Winter!
07 February 2024 12:01 AM | No CommentsI’ve shared 3 Winter time songs recently on my YouTube Channel and you can also get the lyric’s sheets for free here – https://www.buymeacoffee.com/forestschoollou/extras
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![Join me in real life to refresh your practical skills!
I love playing with tools and knots to make stuff in the woods!
Although sometimes I wish I had more time to practice and play. There never seems to be enough time in the day, (with a 3 year old running rings round me!) and the practical [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/3-stick-trees-36x36.jpg "Looking for ways to develop your woodcraft skills this winter?")
Looking for ways to develop your woodcraft skills this winter?
08 November 2023 2:57 AM | No CommentsJoin me in real life to refresh your practical skills! I love playing with tools and knots to make stuff in the woods! Although sometimes I wish I had more time to practice and play. There never seems to be enough time in the day, (with a 3 year old running rings round me!) and the practical [...]
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Events Archive
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![[ May 18, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. May 19, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th May 2011
Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre
Cost: Approximately £280 - Check on NCC webpage (plus £40 if visiting a Forest School Mentor)
Description:
The OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School course is a nationally recognised qualification and is accredited through the Open College Network (OCN). It is [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/birchwood_learning_training_01-115x115.jpg "OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School")
OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School
Posted on November 1, 2010 | No Comments[ May 18, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. May 19, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th May 2011 Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre Cost: Approximately £280 - Check on NCC webpage (plus £40 if visiting a Forest School Mentor) Description: The OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School course is a nationally recognised qualification and is accredited through the Open College Network (OCN). It is [...] -
![[ December 5, 2010; 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] Date: Sunday 5th December 2010
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre
Cost: £20 per person
Description:
A hands-on introduction to tree identification in winter, aimed at teachers, Forest School Leaders and Environmental Educators.
Develop your understanding of the traditional uses and folklore of common British tree species and how to use them as a learning resource with [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/birchwood_learning_training_03-115x115.jpg "Trees in Winter Workshop")
Trees in Winter Workshop
Posted on November 1, 2010 | No Comments[ December 5, 2010; 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] Date: Sunday 5th December 2010 Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre Cost: £20 per person Description: A hands-on introduction to tree identification in winter, aimed at teachers, Forest School Leaders and Environmental Educators. Develop your understanding of the traditional uses and folklore of common British tree species and how to use them as a learning resource with [...] -
![[ November 7, 2010; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Date: Sunday 7th November 2010
Time: 10am – 4pm
Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre
Cost: Free!
Description:
An informal day for adults to undertake some woodland conservation management and practice using hand tools and fire. The day aims:
To support the woodland management at Holt Hall, specifically in the woodland camp and Taylors wood areas.
To develop understanding of woodland ecology [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/birchwood_learning_training_07-115x115.jpg "Woodland Work Out!")
Woodland Work Out!
Posted on November 1, 2010 | No Comments[ November 7, 2010; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Date: Sunday 7th November 2010 Time: 10am – 4pm Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre Cost: Free! Description: An informal day for adults to undertake some woodland conservation management and practice using hand tools and fire. The day aims: To support the woodland management at Holt Hall, specifically in the woodland camp and Taylors wood areas. To develop understanding of woodland ecology [...] -
![[ February 28, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 1, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 3, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 4, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Monday 28th February to Friday 4th March 2011 (Training component – please see below for assessments.)
Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Location: Whitlingham Country Park
Cost: £880 (including VAT)
Description:
The Forest School Practitioner training award is a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification and is accredited through the Open College Network (OCN). It is aimed at teachers and other education [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Training_Houghton-115x115.gif "OCN Level 3 Forest School Practitioners Award")
OCN Level 3 Forest School Practitioners Award
Posted on September 29, 2010 | No Comments[ February 28, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 1, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 3, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 4, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Monday 28th February to Friday 4th March 2011 (Training component – please see below for assessments.) Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Location: Whitlingham Country Park Cost: £880 (including VAT) Description: The Forest School Practitioner training award is a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification and is accredited through the Open College Network (OCN). It is aimed at teachers and other education [...] -
OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School
Posted on September 23, 2010 | No Comments[ March 24, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. March 25, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Thursday 24th and Friday 25th March 2011 (FULLY BOOKED) Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre Cost: £280 (plus £40 if visiting a Forest School mentor) Description: The OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School course is a nationally recognised qualification and is accredited through the Open College Network (OCN). It is aimed at anyone over [...] -
Forest School Skill Share
Posted on September 23, 2010 | No Comments[ February 5, 2011; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday 5th Feb 2011 Time: 10am – 3pm Location: Holt Hall Field Studies Centre Cost: Free to Norfolk Level 3 Forest School Practitioners Description: An informal day for Forest School Leaders to share their practical skills with one another. The day aims to: Support Forest School Leaders to maintain and develop their practical skills (using tools, knots, fire). Provide opportunities for [...] -
![[ November 25, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. November 26, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Thursday 25th and Friday 26th November 2010
Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Location: Houghton Hall Estate
Cost: £280 (plus £40 if visiting a Forest School Mentor)
Description:
This course is now FULLY BOOKED, please look for alternate course dates.](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/birchwood_learning_training_05-115x115.jpg "OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School")
OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School
Posted on September 23, 2010 | No Comments[ November 25, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. November 26, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Thursday 25th and Friday 26th November 2010 Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Location: Houghton Hall Estate Cost: £280 (plus £40 if visiting a Forest School Mentor) Description: This course is now FULLY BOOKED, please look for alternate course dates. -
OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School
Posted on September 23, 2010 | No Comments[ November 22, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. November 23, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd November 2010 Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Location: Sheringham Park Cost: £280 (plus £40 if visiting a Forest School mentor) Description: The OCN Level 1 Introduction to Forest School course is a nationally recognised qualification and is accredited through the Open College Network (OCN). It is aimed at anyone over the age of 16 wanting [...] -
![[ November 8, 2010; 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Date: Monday 8th November 2010
Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm
Location: Houghton Hall Estate
Cost: £140
Description:
A fascinating 1 day course designed for all teachers and teaching assistants wishing to develop outdoor learning opportunities and build their confidence in using the outdoors.
The course would also be very relevant to Forest School Practitioners wanting to develop their skills.
During the day the [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/birchwood_learning_training_04-115x115.jpg "‘Tree-mendous’ Learning Outside the Classroom – Exploring the learning potential of common trees")
‘Tree-mendous’ Learning Outside the Classroom – Exploring the learning potential of common trees
Posted on September 23, 2010 | No Comments[ November 8, 2010; 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Date: Monday 8th November 2010 Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm Location: Houghton Hall Estate Cost: £140 Description: A fascinating 1 day course designed for all teachers and teaching assistants wishing to develop outdoor learning opportunities and build their confidence in using the outdoors. The course would also be very relevant to Forest School Practitioners wanting to develop their skills. During the day the [...] -
![[ October 18, 2010; 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] Date: Monday 18th October 2010
Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Location: Houghton Hall Estate
Cost: £140
Description:
This course is for all practitioners working with Early Years or Key Stage 1 children who would like to explore the creative potential of the natural environment and is suitable for: Early Years and KS1 Teachers, Early Years Practitioners, Higher Level Teaching Assistants, Art [...]](http://www.birchwoodlearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/birchwood_learning_training_02-115x115.jpg "Creativity in the Outdoors – Supporting outdoor play in Early Years and Key Stage 1")
Creativity in the Outdoors – Supporting outdoor play in Early Years and Key Stage 1
Posted on September 23, 2010 | No Comments[ October 18, 2010; 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] Date: Monday 18th October 2010 Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm Location: Houghton Hall Estate Cost: £140 Description: This course is for all practitioners working with Early Years or Key Stage 1 children who would like to explore the creative potential of the natural environment and is suitable for: Early Years and KS1 Teachers, Early Years Practitioners, Higher Level Teaching Assistants, Art [...]