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Become a Certified Forest Schools Leader —100% Online!
A Fully Flexible, Expert-Supported Certification
Gain An Internationally Recognised Level 3 Certification – Boost your credentials & career opportunities
Learn at Your Own Pace – Absorb the material on your timeline, whether that’s evenings, weekends, or during school breaks.
No Travel, No Extra Costs – Skip the hassle of travel, accommodation, and time off work. Get certified from the comfort of your own home
Ongoing Expert Support – Continuous access to experienced Forest Schools trainers for questions, guidance, and feedback.
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—100% Online!
A Fully Flexible,
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recognised Level 3 certification
Learn at your own pace—100% online, flexible, and accessible
Join live support sessions with experienced Forest School trainers
Develop Leadership Confidence
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Forest Schools Leader - Level 3 - Online Course
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Become a certified Forest School Leader with our fully online Level 3 Training Course.
This internationally recognised qualification equips you with the skills, confidence, and accreditation to lead inspiring outdoor learning experiences.
Designed for educators, outdoor enthusiasts, and childcare professionals, this flexible training allows you to study at your own pace while gaining practical knowledge on how to engage learners in woodland environments.
Whether you're looking to enhance your career or start your own Forest School programme, this course gives you everything you need to succeed
Recognised and accredited qualification – Open Awards Level 3 Certificate in Forest School Programme Leadership
Study 100% online, on your schedule
Master hands-on outdoor skills and leadership techniques
Get expert guidance and support throughout your training
Develop confidence in leading safe, engaging woodland learning sessions
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Recognised Qualification
Flexible Online Learning
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How It Works
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Learn from the originator of Forest Schools training
The gold standard in Forest Schools training, taught as intended
Get in-person training, even with an online course
50+ years of combined experience from true pioneers
Direct access to experts whenever you need guidance
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Taught by instructors who were trained by us
Second-hand knowledge, diluted over time
No CPD for online students
Instructors with limited real-world expertise
No individual coaching—you’re on your own
Training Providers COMPARED
Us vs. The Competition
Train with the Founder, Sarah Blackwell
Learn the original Archimedes Model
Free Face-to-Face CPD For Online Learners
World’s Most Experienced Training Team
Unlimited 1-to-1 Trainer Support
Forest Schools Education
Learn from the originator of Forest Schools training
The gold standard in Forest Schools training, taught as intended
Get in-person training, even with an online course
50+ years of combined experience from true pioneers
Direct access to experts whenever you need guidance
Other Training Providers
Taught by instructors who were trained by us
Second-hand knowledge, diluted over time
Instructors with limited real-world expertise
Learn from the originator of Forest Schools training
No individual coaching—you’re on your own
Real Stories. Real Impact. Life-Changing Training
See How Educators & Leaders Are Transforming Their Careers with Our Certification
OUR GOAL
Empowering Educators, Enriching Lives
Over 60% of teachers report feeling overworked and underappreciated, leading to high burnout rates.
Less than 50% of students say they feel engaged or excited about learning in a traditional classroom setting.
Only 10% of children spend enough time outdoors, despite studies showing that nature-based learning improves focus, creativity, and well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have finished my Level 1 or 2 to join our Level 3 training?
You don't need to have done Level 1 or 2 to join our Level 3 course. Anyone is welcome of all experience levels.
What is the set up of the Online Level 3 course?
Follow the in-depth online training programme that allows you to study while in nature, created by our team of expert Forest Schools trainers and mentors. Complete the course at your own pace at your own time
Over 9 months you will submit both written and video evidence as you go and engage with our learning community to support your progress as well access to live help sessions.
How much work does the Level 3 involve?
The level of work is similar to that of an A-Level.
There is a portfolio to complete where you look at everything you need to become a Forest Schools Practitioner. This includes programme and session planning, looking at local flora and fauna and doing environmental impact assessment and management planning along with risk assessments.
You will also need to run 6 sessions, over 6 consecutive weeks, doing a minimum of 2 hours each per session each week to create your baseline assessment.
You would not be using fires or tools at this stage - instead using the Forest Schools ethos to observe the children and create a summative assessment on how to develop the long term programme.
It is important to consider how you will do this depending on your circumstances.
I have a full time job, will I be able to complete the work required alongside this?
Yes. Most of the people that train with us are working full time and manage to get the work completed.
You have 12 months after your initial training week to come on assessment.
Once you have come on assessment you have a further 3 months to complete and hand in your portfolio.
There is always support available from our training team to help you through your journey.
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