Whole School Outdoor Learning Training
Bring your curriculum to life with the Muddy Puddle Teacher® Training Toolkit and Programme.
A complete professional development solution designed to: Strengthen curriculum delivery through outdoor learning, Improve staff confidence and consistency, Enhance engagement, behaviour, and wellbeing outcomes, Deliver measurable, whole-school impact
One Course. One Toolkit. 100% Success.
One Course. One Toolkit. 100 % Success.
Because it works — every single time.
The Muddy Puddle Teacher® Whole-School Training Programme has a 100% success rate in helping schools confidently deliver all curriculum subjects outdoors — including Maths, English, Phonics, SPaG, Science, Geography, History, and the Early Years curriculum.
Schools choose our unique approach because it’s not “extra work” — it’s a natural extension of your indoor teaching, reimagined for the outdoors. Using a proven, active pedagogy, we help teachers reach children who find traditional classrooms unengaging or who need learning delivered differently — including many neurodiverse learners.
Created by teachers, for schools, the Muddy Puddle Teacher® Framework makes outdoor learning simple, structured, and joyful. It’s designed to fit seamlessly into your existing curriculum, rather than adding to your workload.
We’ve worked closely with Ofsted Headteacher Inspectors, many of whom have trained their own schools with us, to ensure our approach delivers real depth and measurable learning outcomes.
Every outdoor lesson we teach has a clear purpose and curriculum intent — if it doesn’t enhance learning, we don’t do it.
But to truly understand what makes our approach so effective, you need to experience it yourself.
Dates are limited — book a chat with one of our teachers today.
All of our trainers are in-class practitioners and members of the SLT, ready to demonstrate exactly how this can work for your school.
One Course. Two Pathways.
One Course. Two Pathways. Training or Mentorship.
Experience our award-winning Muddy Puddle Teacher® Training Programme and Toolkit — designed to make outdoor learning simple, impactful, and achievable for every school.
Choose how your staff engage:
Lite Package: Training ONLY.
A high-impact INSET or twilight training session introducing your team to the Muddy Puddle Teacher® approach. Perfect for schools looking to get started and feel inspired.
Pro Package: Mentorship Programme.
A year-long mentorship offering everything in the Lite Package plus 12 months of ongoing online support from a dedicated consultant, along with full access to our online subscription platform.
Every school that books a face-to-face package receives a pre-training consultation, allowing us to design a bespoke training day that reflects your school’s improvement priorities, Ofsted feedback, staff confidence levels, and outdoor spaces.
No two training days are ever the same — every session is tailored uniquely to your school’s goals, ensuring maximum impact, engagement, and long-term success.
The Lite Package (Training only)
1 × Whole-School INSET Day
A full-day introduction to the Muddy Puddle Teacher® Outdoor Learning Toolkit and Programme.
Delivered by your designated experienced in-class teachers and SLT, this session is practical, inspiring, and fully adaptable to any surface — cement, astro, or grass. Whatever your outdoor space, we’ll show your team how to make it work effectively and purposefully.
Why Schools Choose the Pro Package
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Proven to boost engagement, confidence, and well-being across all key stages.
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Developed by teachers, for schools, ensuring real-world relevance.
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Simple to implement – no expensive equipment or additional workload.
- Availability
- Our Lite Package is in high demand and dates are limited.
We are currently taking bookings into 2027.
To secure your preferred dates and start your school’s outdoor learning transformation, contact our team today to arrange a consultation
The Pro Package (1 yr Mentorship Programme)
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1 × Whole-School INSET Day
A full-day introduction to the Muddy Puddle Teacher® Outdoor Learning Toolkit and Programme.
Delivered by your designated experienced in-class teachers and SLT, this session is practical, inspiring, and fully adaptable to any surface — cement, astro, or grass. Whatever your outdoor space, we’ll show your team how to make it work effectively and purposefully. -
1 × One-Hour Zoom Mentoring Session (per subject specialist and Early Years team)
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Each subject lead and the Early Years department receive a personalised one-hour online mentoring session with a Muddy Puddle Teacher® consultant.
These focused sessions explore how to apply the Muddy Puddle Teacher® approach to their specific curriculum area, offering bespoke guidance, best practice ideas, and strategies that align with your school’s teaching priorities. -
Termly SLT Reviews
Scheduled reviews with your designated teacher consultant ensure your progress is strategic, measurable, and aligned with your school improvement plan. These sessions help maintain staff confidence and ensure consistency and impact across the whole school. -
1-Year Whole-School Subscription
Unlimited access to Muddy Puddle Teacher® online resources, lesson plans, and teaching materials for every member of staff.
This ensures that your outdoor learning continues to grow and evolve throughout the year, with ongoing access to fresh, curriculum-aligned content.
Why Schools Choose the Pro Package
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Combines hands-on training with a year of tailored mentorship and online support.
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Provides dedicated professional development for subject leads, Early Years staff, and SLT.
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Delivers sustainable, whole-school impact on engagement, wellbeing, and academic progress.
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Designed and delivered by teachers, for schools, ensuring every idea works in real classrooms.
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Fully aligned with Ofsted priorities, curriculum standards, and your school improvement goals.
Availability
Our Pro Package is in high demand and dates are limited.
We are currently taking bookings into 2027.
To secure your preferred dates and start your school’s outdoor learning transformation, contact our team today to arrange a consultation.
What Our Schools Say
★★★★★
BEST INSET EVER!
A day unlocking new potentials of rainy day learning in the woods!
Some comments from our team:
“The day was active, inspiring and fun”
“Fun-filled day of on the job training”
“I came away with some great ideas to try in my setting and a greater understanding of the main principles of outdoor learning”
“In the pouring rain our work family were a dream team, working together and using our creative skills and talents to have a fun training day in the woods.
Loved it , thank you”
Ruthie, Headteacher, Little Oaks (High Wycombe)
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Muddy Puddle Teacher Training – A Truly Transformative Experience
This week, our school had the privilege of taking part in Muddy Puddle Teacher Training—and what an inspiring and energising experience it was! From the moment Sarah, our fantastic trainer, began, we knew we were in for something special. Her enthusiasm, creativity, and expertise had us all thinking outside the box and embracing the power of outdoor learning.
The impact has been immediate and incredibly positive. Teachers and TAs have been confidently taking learning outdoors, reimagining lessons and using natural spaces to spark curiosity, conversation, and collaboration. The benefits for both children and staff are already evident—more movement, improved mental health, and a genuine sense of enjoyment and connection.
We’ve seen our pupils developing resilience, working together more naturally, and asking deeper questions—all because of a change in environment and mindset. It’s been a joy to see and be part of.
We are now eagerly awaiting the additional resources to support us further on our journey. Integrating the Muddy Puddle approach into our curriculum will make our already wonderful schools even more unique and vibrant.
A heartfelt thank you to Sarah and the Muddy Puddle team. This training hasn’t just enriched our practice—it’s ignited a spark that we know will continue to grow.
Maria, Headteacher, Wrestlingworth Primary (Cambridge)
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Fantastic INSET Training session.
Would highly recommend to anyone interested in improving their outdoor learning provision. Lots of ideas and inspiration, easily adapted for EYFS to Year 6. Cannot wait to start my Muddy Puddle journey with my class and become a Muddy Puddle School. Thank you for bringing Muddy Puddle to Mundford!
Teacher, Heeler, Munford Primary (Thetford)