Welcome to the Forest Schools web site. A Forest School is an innovative educational approach to outdoor play and learning.
The philosophy of Forest Schools is to encourage and inspire individuals of any age through positive outdoor experiences.
At Archimedes Training we run unique Forest Schools training courses throughout the year, please take a look at our course diary. - For further information please call the Dave or Vanessa on 0114 2855534
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The Archimedes Forest Schools Team.
 Sarah Blackwell |
 Paul Moseley |
 Andy Forsyth |
 Dave Johnson |
 Vanessa Johnson |
Forest Schools Training.
If you are interested in delivering some kind of Forest Schools sessions or becoming an assistant on a Forest Schools site then there are a range of training courses available to suit your experiences and needs. The OCN Forest School Practitioners Awards start from entry level and continue up to the OCN Level 4 / NVQ Level 3.
Forest Schools sessions need to be run by a Level 3 trained Forest Schools practitioner. If you are interested in becoming an assistant and gaining new skills then a level 2 will be suitable. The level 1 course is a great way to introduce people to Forest Schools and the ethos behind it as well as learning some practical skills in the outdoors. Please have a look at which training is right for you.
Undertaking the Forest Schools Practitioner or Assistant Practitioner award will enable you to motivate and inspire groups and individuals to enjoy the outdoors in a safe and nurturing environment whilst providing a unique learning experience.
Up and coming Archimedes Forest Schools courses and events.
| Course | Location | Start Date |
| Level 3 Assesment | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | June 22, 2009 |
| ITC First Aid | Sheffield Wood Lane | June 22, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | June 29, 2009 |
| ITC First Aid | Thwaites - Cumbria | July 06, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Cannock Chase - Staffordshire | July 06, 2009 |
| Level 1 | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | July 13, 2009 |
| Free Forest Schools Taster Day | Derbyshire - Grindleford | July 16, 2009 |
| Level 3 Assesment | Sheffield - Wood Lane | July 27, 2009 |
| Level 2 | Ulverston - Cumbria | August 03, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Sheffield - Wood Lane | August 10, 2009 |
| CPD for Forest Schools - Woodcraft | Cannock Chase - Staffordshire | August 17, 2009 |
| CPD for Forest Schools - Fire by Friction | Cannock Chase - Staffordshire | August 18, 2009 |
| CPD for Forest Schools - Campfire Cooking | Cannock Chase - Staffordshire | August 19, 2009 |
| Level 3 Assesment | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | September 07, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Ulverston - Cumbria | September 14, 2009 |
| Level 4 | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | September 21, 2009 |
| ITC First Aid | Sheffield - Wood Lane | September 28, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | September 28, 2009 |
| Level 3 Assesment | Thwaites - Cumbria | October 05, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Birmingham | October 12, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Cannock Chase - Staffordshire | October 19, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Hemel Hempstead | October 19, 2009 |
| Level 3 Assesment | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | November 02, 2009 |
| Level 3 | London - Haringey | November 02, 2009 |
| ITC First Aid | Sheffield - Wood Lane | November 09, 2009 |
| Level 2 | Cannock Chase - Staffordshire | November 09, 2009 |
| Level 3 | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | November 16, 2009 |
| Level 1 | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | November 23, 2009 |
| Level 2 | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | December 07, 2009 |
You can find out more information about all these courses and book online by visiting our course diary.
Archimedes Training Testimonials
"The whole course has gone above & beyond all my expectations and believe me they were pretty high to start with"
"The reason I have come to the Forest School is to change the direction that I will be working in my life. The whole three days so far have been brilliant"
"Without wishing to sound like a total creep the training is brilliantly inspirational, exceptionally professional whilst remaining fun"
"I found the course incredibly passionate which has inspired much thirst for further knowledge"
"The course has been a fantastic experience. It has increased my motivation to set up a Forest School in my own setting"