Muddy Puddle Teacher Inset Day Training
Overview: The Muddy Puddle Teacher Inset Day Training is a professional development program designed to equip educators with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to integrate outdoor learning into their teaching practice. This hands-on training follows the Muddy Puddle Approach, which encourages outdoor, child-led, and curriculum-linked activities that enhance learning and well-being.
Includes:
- 1 x INSET day Training
- Subscription for all staff to The Muddy Puddle Teacher Resources for 1 year. Includes thousands of lesson plans and schemes of work for all areas of the curriculum ages 0-14 years
- 3 x 1hr Zoom Staff Training Meetings and or SLT Meetings
Price:
£4000 including VAT. UK Schools can use sports & pupil premium. Your consultant can guide you with this.
If you require just the training day this is £3000 including VAT
The last few dates for 2025/26. Dates now being taken for 2026/27. Book here.
Who is it for?
- Primary school teachers
- Early Years practitioners
- Teaching assistants
- School leadership teams
- Forest school leaders
- SEN coordinators
- Lunchtime Supervisors
Training Objectives:
- Understand the principles and benefits of the Muddy Puddle Approach.
- Develop strategies to incorporate outdoor learning into different subjects.
- Gain practical experience in delivering engaging outdoor activities.
- Learn how to use natural resources effectively to support learning.
- Enhance children’s creativity, resilience, and connection with nature.
The last few dates for 2025/26. Dates now being taken for 2026/27. Book here.
Training Content:
- Introduction to the Muddy Puddle Approach
- The philosophy behind the approach
- Research and benefits of outdoor learning
- Curriculum Integration
- Linking outdoor activities with national curriculum subjects
- Case studies and success stories
- Practical Outdoor Sessions
- Hands-on experience with a range of activities
- Exploring different environments (playgrounds, woodlands, school gardens)
- Risk Assessment & Safety
- Ensuring safe and inclusive outdoor learning
- Managing weather and environmental factors
- Planning & Implementation
- Creating an action plan for embedding outdoor learning
- Resource recommendations and ongoing support
Training Formats:
- Full-day or half-day in-person training
- Virtual training sessions available
- Bespoke training tailored to specific school needs
The last few dates for 2025/26. Dates now being taken for 2026/27. Book here.
Benefits of Attending:
- Improve student engagement and academic performance through hands-on learning
- Foster a love for nature and sustainability in children
- Support mental health and physical well-being of both staff and students
- Build a more dynamic and inclusive learning environment