Outdoor Learning Online Training
Grow your confidence with our online outdoor learning courses and discover how to bring The Muddy Puddle Teacher® Approach into your setting. Our accredited CPD pathway is designed for teachers, Early Years practitioners, school leaders, SEND staff and outdoor learning leads who want practical, purposeful and curriculum-linked ways to take learning outside.
Learn at your own pace, build your skills step by step and gain the confidence to deliver outdoor learning in a simple, low-cost and sustainable way.
Perfect for individuals, small schools & nurseries or international schools.
Accredited CPD Pathway
Our online CPD pathway includes:
- The Muddy Puddle Teacher® Approach Courses
Understand our unique method for using natural and upcycled resources to teach the curriculum outdoors. For Primary School teachers wanting to embed outdoor learning in their classroom. - SEND Outdoor Learning Courses
Discover practical ways to support children with additional needs through sensory, active and nature-based learning. For SEND teachers or mainstream teachers/LSA/TA’s/APS - Early Years Outdoor Learning Courses
Explore playful, child-led outdoor learning ideas for nurseries, pre-schools and reception classes. - Forest School & Nature-Based Learning Courses
Build confidence with woodland-inspired activities, nature connection, routines, risk awareness and child-led exploration. Nurture/Forest School Leaders, after-school club leaders, child-minders, home educators.
1. The Muddy Puddle Teacher® Approach Courses
This course explores the heart of The Muddy Puddle Teacher® Approach and shows you how to use the outdoors as a powerful teaching tool across the curriculum. You will discover how to make lessons active, memorable and purposeful while keeping planning simple and manageable.
Designed for educators who want to embed outdoor learning more deeply, this course helps you understand our unique method for using movement, nature, creativity and real-life experiences to support children’s learning, wellbeing and confidence.
Start:
Level 1 Outdoor Learning Course – Beginners Course – £20
Level 2 -4 Outdoor Learning Course – Full Outdoor Award – £450
Level 5 – Outdoor Learning Coordinators Course – Lead whole school outdoor learning – £550
These are online not live, with classes you follow. You start and stop as you wish. With the option to join live chats/classes with teachers should you want this and is included in the price.
SEND Outdoor Learning Courses
Our SEND Outdoor Learning Course is designed to help educators support children with additional needs through active, sensory and nature-based learning. Outdoor spaces can provide calming, engaging and flexible opportunities for children to explore, communicate, regulate and succeed.
This course shares practical ideas for adapting outdoor learning to meet different needs, including sensory processing, communication, movement, attention, confidence and emotional wellbeing. It is ideal for SENDCos, teaching assistants, class teachers, Early Years practitioners and anyone supporting inclusive outdoor learning.
We have Outdoor Specialism Courses in:
– SEMH & Behaviour – £100
– Autism and ADHD – £100
– Discalculia & Dyslexia – £100
These are online not live, with classes you follow. You start and stop as you wish. With the option to join live chats/classes with teachers should you want this and is included in the price.
Early Years Outdoor Learning Courses
Our Early Years Outdoor Learning Course is perfect for nurseries, pre-schools, childminders and reception teams who want to make the most of their outdoor provision. The course focuses on playful, child-led and curiosity-rich learning that supports the EYFS framework through nature, movement and exploration.
You will discover simple ways to use mud, water, loose parts, natural objects and everyday outdoor spaces to support communication, physical development, maths, literacy, understanding the world and creativity. This course helps practitioners build confidence in creating magical, meaningful outdoor experiences for young children.
– Outdoor Play Programme – £200
– Outdoor Focus Teaching Programme – £200
– Outdoor Continuous Provision – £300
– Middle Leadership : Supporting Staff Outdoors – £300
These are online not live, with classes you follow. You start and stop as you wish. With the option to join live chats/classes with teachers should you want this and is included in the price.
Forest School & Nature-Based Learning Course
Our Forest School & Nature-Based Learning Course supports educators who want to bring more nature connection, confidence and child-led exploration into their practice. Whether you have access to woodland, a school field, a garden or a small outdoor space, this course helps you create inspiring outdoor experiences rooted in curiosity and discovery.
You will explore practical ideas for routines, risk awareness, nature crafts, sensory trails, storytelling, teamwork, seasonal learning and woodland-inspired activities. This course is ideal for schools and settings looking to develop a calmer, more connected and adventurous approach to outdoor learning.
Level 1 Forest School Training – £100
Level 2 Forest School Training – £100
Level 1 Nature Schools Training – £100
Level 2 Nature School Training – £100
Level 1 Gardening School Training – £100
Level 2 Gardening School Training – £100
These are online not live, with classes you follow. You start and stop as you wish. With the option to join live chats/classes with teachers should you want this and is included in the price.
