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 diray. - For further information please call the Dave or Vanessa on 0114 2855534
This web site is run and maintained by Archimedes Training and is intended as a general information source for Forest Schools. If you think we are missing something please email us to let us know!
If you are already familiar with Forest Schools then please choose an option from the menu on the left or select a link from the options on the right. If you want the latest Forest Schools information delivered straight to your desktop then sign up to the Forest Schools mailing list.
If you are unsure what Forest Schools is you may want to take a few minutes to read about Forest Schools from the menu on the left. Here you will find all the information you need to establish a clear picture of what we do and the ethos behind Forest Schools.
If you wish to contact us about Forest Schools please select the contact us option from the menu on the left
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.
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.
If you are looking to find a local Forest Schools project for your child then select the "Your Local Forest School" link from the menu on the left.
Up and coming Archimedes Forest Schools courses and events.
| Course | Location | Start Date | |
| Level 2 | Wood Lane - Sheffield | May 12, 2008 | More |
| Level 4 | Sheffield | June 09, 2008 | More |
| Free Portfolio Advice Day | Shire Brook Valley Local Nature Reserve Visitor Centre - Sheffield | June 23, 2008 | More |
| ITC First Aid | Sheffield - Whiteley Woods | June 25, 2008 | More |
| Level 3 | Sheffield - Wood Lane | June 30, 2008 | More |
Archimedes Training Testimonials
From January 2008 -
"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"