Whole School Training Days
Our trademarked approach has a 100% success rate. If you want to get your school balancing indoor with outdoor sessions, then these are the courses for you! If you would like more information book a chat with one of our teacher-consultants.
INSET Days
We tailor all of our training to the needs of the school or setting. Please book a discovery call to discuss your school improvement plans and how we can tailor a training package to meet your specific needs, including your grounds, staff confidence levels, children’s development areas and unique school selling points and strengths. We offer a great balance of inspiration and practical, outdoor ideas on the day. Our trainers are all SLT/In-class teachers and experienced outdoor practitioners, with a specialism in SEN, from the early years to juniors. 1-year Subscription to our resources is also included in all training packages.
– For those schools eager to start an active, outdoor curriculum. Discover our trademarked methods that we use for specific subjects only disclosed on our training sessions.
– 1 Year’s resources subscription included
– Pupil and Sports Premium can be used.
Mentorships
Sarah Seaman BSc/PGCE/MA
Work closely with one of the world’s leading outdoor learning specialists, Sarah Seaman. Sarah, who is both Dyslexic and has ADHD, has been a teacher for over 17 years. Sarah is also the founder and owner of The Muddy Puddle Teacher, who won an MP Award at the Houses of Parliament in 2022. She is also a published author of multiple books with Bloomsbury, makes regular appearances on BBC Radio as an advisor, teacher, and parent, and has written hundreds of blogs and articles, including for BBC Wildlife. Sarah, who is still an in-class teacher, takes only two mentorships per year. This is very tailored consultancy work, and each plan is delivered to the needs of the school with extensive consultancy before the training and work alongside staff and the school. Sports and pupil premium can be used. Please book a call to discuss further and confirm availability. Mentorships can be from 6 months to 2 years.
-For those eager to create a bespoke natural curriculum to run alongside an indoor curriculum with a leading specialist.
– Sports and pupil premium can be used
– 6 months – 2 years mentorships
Workshops and Twilights
Shorter training courses 2-3hrs exploring specific key stages or areas of the curriculum and offering innovative methods to take the learnign outdoors.
Outdoor Learning Twilights
These are 2-hour evening twilights that can focus on any area of the curriculum you wish. This could be by subject, such as mathematics or English, or a combination of subjects. It could also be a specific key stage or across the whole school. We can also focus on wider issues such as speech and language, autism, behaviour, playtimes or lunchtime training. Book a chat with us and we can discuss the area you want to take outdoors, making it fit for you and your school. These do not come with a subscription to the resources, but additional plans can be discussed.
– Top up training for experienced practitioners or already Muddy Puddle Trained Schools.
– Sports and pupil premium can be used.
– No subscription to the resources
Outdoor Learning Workshops
These are 3-hour morning (9:00-12:00 pm) or afternoon (12:00-3:00 pm) workshops that can focus on any area of the curriculum you wish. This could be by subject, such as mathematics or English, or a combination of subjects. It could also be a specific key stage or across the whole school. We can also focus on wider issues such as speech and language, autism, behaviour, playtimes or lunchtime training. Book a chat with us and we can discuss the area you want to take outdoors, making it fit for you and your school through our bespoke planning. These do not come with a subscription to the resources, but additional plans can be discussed.
– Top up training for experienced practitioners or already Muddy Puddle Trained Schools.
– Sports and pupil premium can be used.
– No subscription to the resources
Key Benefits of Our Training Courses
Our courses are designed to seamlessly integrate outdoor learning with the national curriculum, providing educators with innovative tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
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Curriculum Alignment
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Hands-On Learning
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Sustainability Focus
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Enhanced Engagement
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)
★★★★★
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)
★★★★★
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)
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