Transform your science teaching with sustainable, inclusive outdoor practice.
Course Summary
Science comes alive outdoors.
This specialist course will enhance your ability to deliver rich, meaningful science learning through the Muddy Puddle Teacher® Programme & Toolkit — using sustainable, natural, and upcycled resources.
Designed for teachers wanting to strengthen their science curriculum leadership or embed outdoor learning within their school, this course shows you how to turn any outdoor space into a hands-on laboratory for investigation, curiosity, and discovery.
You will learn practical, inclusive methods for teaching science topics outdoors, adapting activities for diverse learners, and aligning your outdoor sessions with the science curriculum from EYFS through KS2.
It is ideal for curriculum specialists, aspiring subject leaders, and educators who want to make science more active, accessible, and unforgettable.
For invoices, email info@themuddypuddleteacher.co.uk
Who Is This Course For?
Perfect for:
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Science Subject Leaders
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Outdoor Learning Leads
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EYFS–KS2 Teachers
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Teaching Assistants & SEND Support Staff
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Early Years Practitioners
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Forest School Leaders
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Home Educators
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Anyone wanting to deepen their outdoor science teaching
No previous science specialism is needed — the course is clear, practical, and adaptable to any setting.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will know how to:
🌿 Teach science outdoors using the Muddy Puddle Teacher® Toolkit
Apply our signature methods — including the Rope Method, Clay Method, Bamboo Method, and Puddle Play Method — to bring scientific concepts to life.
🌿 Align science curriculum objectives with outdoor learning
Learn how to teach:
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Materials
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Forces
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Living things & habitats
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States of matter
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Plants
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Earth science
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Light & sound
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Seasonal changes
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Working scientifically
—all through hands-on outdoor experiences.
🌿 Lead scientific investigations outside
Plan and deliver structured, inquiry-based science tasks using natural and upcycled tools.
🌿 Adapt science activities inclusively
Explore strategies for:
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SEND learners
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EAL learners
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Children with sensory or physical differences
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Mixed-ability classes
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Low-confidence scientists
🌿 Use any outdoor space effectively
Learn how to turn fields, playgrounds, car parks, courtyards, and even tiny yards into rich science environments.
🌿 Develop leadership confidence
Build the skills needed to support colleagues, model lessons, and lead outdoor science initiatives across your school.
What’s Included
⭐ 3–4 hours of specialist training
Clear, practical modules in video and audiobook format.
⭐ 1 year of full access
Rewatch and revisit any time.
⭐ No coursework
Designed for busy educators who want instant impact.
⭐ CPD-accredited certificate
Great for your CV, subject leadership applications, or performance reviews.
Email info@themuddypuddleteacher.co.uk after completion.
⭐ Adaptation strategies for any setting
Urban, rural, large or small — every space can become a science lab.
Why Outdoor Science?
Outdoor science supports:
✓ deeper conceptual understanding
✓ active, enquiry-based learning
✓ improved scientific vocabulary
✓ teamwork and communication
✓ sensory and experiential learning
✓ stronger connection with nature
✓ real-world problem solving
✓ higher engagement and curiosity
With the Muddy Puddle Teacher® approach, science becomes more than a lesson — it becomes an experience.
Created by Sarah Seaman PGCE/MA
Founder of The Muddy Puddle Teacher®, international outdoor learning specialist, and trainer to over 500 UK schools.
Sarah’s approach is rooted in sustainability, creativity, and inclusive pedagogy, giving you practical tools that make science accessible for every child.
Become a Confident Outdoor Science Specialist
Empower your children with real, meaningful scientific exploration — outdoors, where science naturally lives and breathes.
👉 Book This Course Now:
https://themuddypuddleteacher.co.uk/outdoor-learning-training-packages
For whole-school bookings or bespoke curriculum support:
📧 info@themuddypuddleteacher.co.uk