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Hi Muddy T's, You may look at this and think the Gruffalo is having a bad hair day! 😂 Some of you may be thinking it looks like a mess. It is, in fact, King Charles, however, and whatever it may be, the learning is very much present. Take a look at how cross-curricula...

Is Forest School or Outdoor Learning what you need? Before we start to compare the differences between Forest School and Outdoor Learning, let's define them first. I will not reference the Forest School Association or any other body that tries to regulate the Forest...

Sustainable Christmas Trees - Put a Christmas Tree Outdoors and decorate it with sustainable and natural decorations. Such as dried oranges, leaf snowmen and reindeer corks. Use a range of natural items already out there and upcycled materials too. Idea packs on the...

Forest schools are a great way to introduce young people to the outdoors and teach them about environmental stewardship. They also provide opportunities for students to learn through hands-on experiences in nature. There are many benefits to teaching children about...

Is Forest School the best option for you? Why have schools signed up to FS? Forest School is something that many schools have caught on to in the last 10 years. Originating from the Scandinavian countries that use this method for all children up to the age of 7....

6 ways to take your learning outside   Outdoor learning has never been so needed!  With increased referrals for children with SEMH and with the new 2022 Ofsted framework gaining an area of focus on personal development. Educators are searching for teaching...

Three tips when considering international teaching: 1. Reflect deeply on whether you could independently live somewhere completely different, which at times could be frustrating, and without close family and friends (initially). 2. Research the ideal culture you would...

This year we have been supporting the Bumblee Bee Conservation. Bumblebee Bee Day is a much loved day by our Muddy Puddle Teachers and here are some top tips to make the day even more exciting while raising awareness of the care and protection we need to give these...

Making Outdoor Learning happen for those with disabilities and special needs    One of the many beauties of the outdoors is that absolutely anyone can enjoy it and I am the person to save you time by giving you some top tips you can put in place today!    As...

We have found the Outdoor Learning Clothing of your dreams.  Little Adventure Shop We started Little Adventure Shop in 2008, shortly after our first...

We are delighted yet again to be hosting this year's Sunflower Day on the 29th of April 2022 where our mini-muddies and muddy teachers come together to have a yellow dress down day and learn all about everything that's yellow.  From Sunflower art to Science work on...

Outdoor Tuff Spot Ideas By Jessica Habgood I love going outdoors with my daughter Felicity and setting up fun learning and play opportunities for her. Here are a few outdoor learning Tuff Spots I have set up for her whilst she was a baby and toddler. Petal Play Tuff...

Muddy Maths (KS1) Tip and Ideas Maths is a super versatile subject to take outdoors and a great starting point for those new.  There are so many maths opportunities in your outside space that can help any children who are practical and visual learners.  It is also a...

A little introduction to me, author of The Muddy Puddle Teacher: Creative curriculum for Early Years Setting, owner and founder of MPT, podcaster, vlogger, a weekly feature on BBC Radio, writer, speaker and living the teacherprenueur dream. All with two little...