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Muddy Puddle Teacher

Level 1–4 CPD Accredited Outdoor Learning Training

For Nursery Settings – Face-to-Face with The Muddy Puddle Teacher® Approach

Give your nursery staff the confidence and skills to take learning outside in any weather, with our exclusive, trademarked outdoor learning training. Delivered face-to-face in four engaging modules, this accredited CPD course is designed to be practical, inspiring, and transformational for early years teams.

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Stage 1 – Building the Foundations

  • Discover the principles of The Muddy Puddle Teacher® Approach.

  • Understand why outdoor learning is so powerful for nursery-aged children.

  • Learn to overcome barriers (space, weather, resourcing).

  • Explore simple, child-led outdoor activities that can be introduced immediately.

Outcome: Staff feel motivated and inspired, with a clear understanding of why outdoor learning matters.

Stage 2 – Practical Methods Made Easy

  • Master our easy-to-use, weather-proof teaching methods.

  • Explore how to adapt continuous provision outdoors.

  • Try hands-on activities using ropes, sticks, chalk, and natural materials.

  • Create routines that make outdoor learning part of everyday nursery life.

Outcome: Staff gain the confidence and skills to deliver high-quality outdoor sessions that work in real settings.

Stage 3 – Linking Outdoor Learning to the EYFS

  • Map outdoor activities to EYFS outcomes in literacy, maths, communication & language, and PSED.

  • Explore outdoor storytelling, mark making, early number work, and problem-solving.

  • Learn inclusive strategies for SEND and diverse learning needs.

  • See how outdoor play naturally supports speech, language, and social development.

Outcome: Outdoor learning is seen as a powerful way to deliver the EYFS curriculum, not just extra playtime.

Stage 4 – Leading & Embedding Practice

  • Develop outdoor learning leaders in your nursery.

  • Learn how to support colleagues and share best practice.

  • Build long-term plans to embed outdoor learning into policies, planning, and daily practice.

  • Evidencing impact for SLT, inspectors, and parents.

Outcome: Your staff become confident Outdoor Learning Coordinators, embedding a culture of creativity, exploration, and resilience.

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🌟 Why Choose Muddy Puddle Teacher® Training?

  • Exclusive: Our methods are trademarked and only available through us.

  • Practical: Created by teachers, for teachers — no gimmicks, just tried-and-tested strategies.

  • Accredited: Gain Level 1–4 CPD accreditation, boosting staff development and nursery credentials.

  • Transformational: Staff leave with activities, confidence, and routines they can implement straight away.

👉 Next Step: Book your face-to-face nursery training today and unlock the potential of outdoor learning for your children.  Book here