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Join us as you achieve your Ofqual regulated Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification. Internationally recognised, this qualification allows you to run sessions with all age ranges, in a number of countries throughout the world.
Level 3 Forest School Leader training –
5 ‘face-to face’ practical days PLUS equivalent 5 days theory content (self study)
Begins October 2026
Train with us to be an AIM accredited Forest School Leader, recognised the world over. We are an award winning, accredited training provider, offering a practical setting to train alongside children.
Our award winning Forest School Training allows you to fit the training into your life at a time that suits, whilst minimising the time required out of class/nursery/work – 5 contact days – at our working Forest School training centre in Churchdown, Gloucestershire. The practical dates are listed below:
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- Day 1 – Monday 19th October
- Day 2 – Tuesday 10th November
- Day 3 – Wednesday 16th December
- Day 4 – Thursday 7th January
- Day 5 – Monday 8th February
Forest School Leader training – Level 3
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Followed by a practical observation at your setting
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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
Once you have enrolled and completed payment, we will begin facilitating the completion of the theory and practical elements of the course.
The theory elements of the course are completed in your own time through self-study. Our unique approach provides learners with access to an online workbook to facilitate all elements of the studies.
All learning is fully supported by the team at Inspired Forest School Training, offering advice and coursework marking throughout. No questions too big or small.
- Working in at least 4 working Forest School settings
- Guidance and instruction on how to use at least 7 hand tools
- Group sizes of average 8 people
- All equipment and timber provided
We can offer extensions to deadlines, here to ensure you complete the course and reach your goal, whatever happens.
The Forest School Leader award (Level 3) is divided into 5 clear units. You will receive both practical and theory input to allow you to achieve each unit.
- Planning and Preparation
- Delivery
- Learning and Development
- Practical Skills
- The Woodland Environment

After initial concern as to how I would fit the coursework into my busy life I am so glad I did this course. I absolutely loved it!
Shane the tutor was incredibly knowledgeable, clearly passionate, and gave clear constructive feedback where needed. I am now running sessions in school and thoroughly enjoying them alongside the children!Debs - KS2
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via the chat (bottom right of this page) or email [email protected]
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Other dates...
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| Forest School Leader training - October 2026
This ticket is required and must be purchased. |
£985.00 GBP | Goes On Sale August 1, 2026 |
| Add On: FS Leader Paediatric First Aid | £175.00 GBP | Sold Out |
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Forest School Training | October 2026
October 19, 2026
9:15 am - 4:30 pm








