Outdoor Learning Webinars for Teachers and Schools: The Complete Guide

Outdoor learning webinars give teachers, Early Years practitioners, teaching assistants, childminders and school leaders practical training without the need to travel.

A high-quality webinar should do more than explain the benefits of outdoor learning. It should show staff how to plan lessons, manage children outside, use simple resources and connect outdoor experiences directly to the curriculum. Are you new to Outdoor Learning?  Explore this guide to get you up-to-date: Beginners Guide to Outdoor Learning. 

Outdoor learning webinars can focus on subjects such as maths, English, phonics, science and geography. They can also explore outdoor play, outdoor continuous provision, SEND, behaviour, communication, wellbeing and whole-school development.

This complete guide explains what outdoor learning webinars involve, who they are for, what subjects can be covered and how schools can choose training that will make a real difference to staff practice. If it is just ideas you want, take a 60-day free trial, head to the Outdoor Learning Resources Hub. 

Why Choose an Outdoor Learning Webinar?

Webinars offer a flexible and accessible way to develop staff confidence.

Schools do not need to organise travel, book an external venue or take staff away from their setting for a full day.

A live webinar can be delivered during a staff meeting, twilight session, INSET day or professional development programme.

Individual teachers and practitioners can also join from home.

Outdoor learning webinars are particularly useful for geographically spread teams, childminders, small schools and organisations that want training delivered across several locations.

They can also be a practical first step for schools that are exploring outdoor learning but are not yet ready to book a full in-person training day.

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What Subjects Can Be Covered?

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Outdoor Continuous Provision Webinars

Outdoor Learning Webinars for Early Years

Early Years webinars may focus on communication and language, physical development, play, maths, literacy and understanding the world.

The training should recognise that the outdoor area is part of the learning environment.

It is not simply a place for children to release energy.

Participants can explore free-flow provision, purposeful mark-making, child-led learning and adult interaction.

The webinar can also help practitioners balance independent exploration with focused teaching. For more information on what outdoor learning looks like in EYFS, check out The Beginners Guide to Outdoor Play for Early Years. 

Outdoor Learning Webinars for KS2

Outdoor learning webinars are valuable for KS2 as well as younger year groups.

The training may include maths reasoning, science enquiry, geography fieldwork, debate, poetry, grammar and extended writing.

Older children can use outdoor spaces for investigation, collaboration and deeper thinking.

The academic challenge should remain high.

The outdoors should be used because it adds something useful to the lesson.

Outdoor Learning Webinars FAQs

What is an outdoor learning webinar?

An outdoor learning webinar is an online professional development session designed to help teachers and practitioners use outdoor spaces more confidently and effectively.

The webinar may include practical activity ideas, curriculum guidance, examples from school settings, planning advice and strategies that staff can apply in their own playgrounds, yards, fields or outdoor provision.

Who are outdoor learning webinars suitable for?

Outdoor learning webinars can be suitable for teachers, teaching assistants, Early Years practitioners, nursery staff, childminders, SEND practitioners, wraparound-care staff, school leaders and home educators.

The suitability of a particular webinar will depend on its subject, age range and intended level of experience.

Are outdoor learning webinars suitable for complete beginners?

Yes. Many outdoor learning webinars are designed for teachers and practitioners who are new to outdoor learning.

A beginner webinar should explain how to start simply, how to use the space already available and how to plan purposeful activities without purchasing large amounts of equipment.

Participants do not need to have Forest School training or previous outdoor-learning experience unless this is stated in the webinar description.

Are the webinars suitable for experienced outdoor-learning practitioners?

Experienced practitioners can also benefit from webinars that explore particular subjects, age groups or areas of provision in more depth.

A webinar may help experienced staff refresh their approach, discover new practical ideas, strengthen curriculum links or develop a more consistent whole-school strategy.

Are the webinars suitable for Early Years practitioners?

Outdoor learning webinars can be particularly useful for Early Years practitioners because the outdoor environment is an important part of high-quality provision.

Early Years webinars may cover outdoor play, communication and language, early maths, literacy, physical development, continuous provision, sensory experiences and child-led learning.

The training should help practitioners create purposeful opportunities without making every activity overly adult-directed.

Are outdoor learning webinars suitable for primary school teachers?

Yes. Webinars can help primary teachers take curriculum learning outdoors across subjects such as maths, English, science, geography, art, phonics and SPaG.

The training can also help staff manage outdoor lessons, differentiate activities, assess learning and make effective use of ordinary school grounds.

Are the webinars suitable for KS1 teachers?

KS1 outdoor learning webinars can provide practical ways to combine movement, talk, play and curriculum teaching.

Staff may explore outdoor phonics, storytelling, early writing, number, measure, science investigations and collaborative activities.

Ideas should be adaptable for different levels of confidence and development.

Are the webinars suitable for KS2 teachers?

Outdoor learning webinars can help KS2 teachers take more complex curriculum objectives outside without reducing the level of challenge.

Training may include reading comprehension, extended writing preparation, problem-solving, data handling, science enquiries, geography fieldwork and collaborative reasoning.

Outdoor learning at KS2 should remain academically purposeful and closely connected to the curriculum.

Are the webinars suitable for nursery staff?

Yes. Nursery teams can use outdoor-learning webinars to strengthen play, communication, physical development and continuous provision.

Training can also help practitioners improve the balance between adult-led opportunities and child-initiated outdoor play.

Are outdoor learning webinars suitable for childminders?

Many outdoor learning ideas can be adapted for childminders working with small groups and mixed age ranges.

Webinars may help childminders use gardens, local parks, paved areas and everyday outdoor spaces to support play and learning.

Childminders should check that the webinar content is relevant to the ages of the children in their care.

Can teaching assistants attend an outdoor learning webinar?

Yes. Teaching assistants play an important role in modelling language, supporting groups, adapting activities and helping children access outdoor learning.

Attending training alongside teachers can help the whole staff team use the same expectations, routines and approaches.

Are the webinars suitable for headteachers and school leaders?

Outdoor learning webinars can help headteachers and senior leaders understand how outdoor learning supports curriculum development, staff confidence, pupil engagement and whole-school improvement.

Leadership-focused training may also cover implementation, staff development, resourcing, policy, risk management and creating a consistent approach across the school.

Are outdoor learning webinars suitable for SEND schools?

Outdoor learning webinars can be adapted for special schools, specialist settings and pupils with a wide range of additional needs.

Training may include sensory regulation, communication, movement, visual support, practical learning, accessible activities and predictable routines.

Schools should choose webinars that recognise individual needs rather than assuming that all children experience the outdoors in the same way.

Can alternative provisions and pupil referral units attend?

Yes. Outdoor learning can provide alternative provisions and pupil referral units with practical ways to support engagement, communication, regulation and curriculum learning.

Activities should be adaptable, achievable and respectful of pupils’ individual experiences and needs.

Can staff from different year groups attend the same webinar?

Yes. Many webinars are designed to provide principles and ideas that can be adapted across several age groups.

A whole-school webinar may include examples for Early Years, KS1 and KS2, while a specialist webinar may focus on one particular phase.

Schools should check the session description before booking.

Can an entire school staff team attend a webinar?

This will depend on the booking option and licence provided.

Some webinars may be booked for one individual, while others may be available as a whole-school session or group booking.

Schools should confirm how many members of staff are covered before sharing an access link.

Can several staff watch the webinar together?

Schools may be able to show a webinar to staff together during an INSET day, twilight session or team meeting when they have purchased the appropriate school or group access.

An individual booking should not automatically be treated as a whole-school licence.

The booking terms should explain how the training may be accessed and shared.

Can different schools share one webinar booking?

Unless a multi-school or trust licence has been arranged, separate schools would normally need separate bookings.

This protects the training materials and ensures that access is provided fairly.

Multi-academy trusts, local authorities and school groups may be able to request a tailored package.

Can a multi-academy trust book a webinar?

Yes. A multi-academy trust may choose a live webinar, a series of sessions or a tailored training package for staff across several schools.

The content can potentially be adapted to suit different phases, settings and levels of experience.

Can a local authority commission a webinar?

Local authorities, teaching-school hubs and education partnerships may commission webinars for groups of schools or practitioners.

A commissioned webinar can focus on a shared priority such as outdoor play, SEND, Early Years, curriculum development or staff confidence.

Are the webinars live or pre-recorded?

Outdoor learning webinars may be delivered live, provided as a recording or offered in both formats.

A live webinar allows participants to hear the training at a scheduled time and may include questions or discussion.

A recorded webinar allows staff to watch more flexibly.

The individual webinar page should make the format clear.

What is the difference between a live webinar and an online course?

A live webinar is usually a focused training session delivered at a particular time.

An online course is often divided into modules and may include videos, downloads, reflection activities, assessments or tasks completed over a longer period.

A webinar may provide a useful introduction to a topic, while a course may offer more extensive professional development.

Is a webinar the same as a virtual workshop?

The terms are sometimes used in similar ways, but a virtual workshop often includes more participation, discussion and practical tasks.

A webinar may be more presentation-led, although it can still include questions, demonstrations and reflective activities.

The format should be explained before participants book.

How long does an outdoor learning webinar last?

The length will depend on the subject and format.

Some webinars may last approximately one hour, while more detailed sessions may last two hours or be divided into several parts.

The booking page should show the scheduled duration and whether there will be a break.

What happens during an outdoor learning webinar?

A webinar may include an introduction to the topic, practical examples, demonstrations, photographs, curriculum links, planning advice and strategies for adapting activities.

Participants may also be given opportunities to reflect, answer questions or consider how the ideas could work in their own setting.

Will I have to participate or speak during the webinar?

Participation requirements will depend on the session.

Some webinars may allow attendees to listen with their cameras and microphones switched off. Others may include chat-box questions, discussion, polls or practical tasks.

The trainer should explain how participation will work at the beginning.

Do I need to turn my camera on?

Participants are not usually required to have their cameras switched on unless the session description states that active participation is expected.

Schools attending as a group may choose to join from one shared screen.

Can I ask questions during the webinar?

Live webinars may include opportunities to submit questions through the chat, during a question-and-answer section or at planned points throughout the session.

The trainer may not be able to answer every highly specific question during the session, particularly when many participants are attending.

Will the webinar be recorded?

Some live webinars are recorded, while others are not.

Participants should not assume that a recording will automatically be provided.

The booking information should explain whether a recording is included and how long it will remain available.

What happens if I cannot attend the live webinar?

Where a recording is included, participants may be able to watch the session afterwards.

Where no recording is provided, the booking may not be transferable or refundable unless the organiser’s terms state otherwise.

Check the cancellation and access information before booking.

How long will I have access to the recording?

Recording access periods may vary.

Some recordings may be available for a limited number of days or weeks, while others may remain accessible through a membership or online account.

The access period should be stated on the booking page.

Can I pause and rewatch a recorded webinar?

Recorded webinars can usually be paused and watched again during the access period.

This can be helpful when staff need time to make notes, discuss an idea or divide the training across several sessions.

Can I download the webinar recording?

Webinar recordings are usually streamed through an online platform and may not be available to download.

This helps protect the trainer’s content and ensures that access remains within the agreed booking terms.

Can I share the recording with colleagues?

The ability to share a recording depends on the licence purchased.

An individual-access recording should not be forwarded, copied or shared with other staff unless permission has been given.

A school-access licence may allow the recording to be viewed by an agreed staff team.

Can I use the webinar during an INSET day?

Yes, provided the school has purchased the correct type of access.

A live or recorded webinar can be incorporated into an INSET day, twilight meeting or professional-development programme.

Schools may also add discussion, planning or practical activities after the webinar.

Can I use a recorded webinar during a staff meeting?

A recorded webinar may be suitable for staff meetings when the school holds the appropriate licence.

The session can be paused at key points so that staff can discuss how the ideas relate to their classes and outdoor spaces.

Can a webinar be delivered privately for our school?

Many training providers offer private webinars that are delivered exclusively to one school or staff team.

A private session can be adapted to the school’s phase, priorities, outdoor space and level of experience.

It may also allow more time for staff questions and discussion.

Can the content be tailored to our school?

A privately commissioned webinar may be tailored more closely than a public session.

The trainer may ask about the age ranges, number of staff, available outdoor space, current challenges and desired outcomes before planning the webinar.

Can we request a particular subject?

Schools may request webinars focused on particular curriculum or provision areas.

Possible subjects may include outdoor maths, English, phonics, SPaG, science, geography, outdoor play, continuous provision, SEND and staff confidence outdoors.

Availability will depend on the training provider.

Can we combine two subjects in one webinar?

A longer session may be divided between two related subject areas.

For example, a two-hour webinar could include one hour on outdoor maths and one hour on outdoor English.

The content should be agreed before the session so that the trainer can plan appropriate examples.

Can we request a webinar about outdoor continuous provision?

Yes. Outdoor continuous provision training can help Early Years teams evaluate their existing provision, improve interactions and create opportunities across different areas of learning.

The webinar may also explore how to develop provision without relying on elaborate themed activities.

Can we request a webinar about outdoor play?

Outdoor-play webinars can help staff understand the value of play, improve environments and support child-led learning.

Training may include open-ended resources, adult interactions, challenge, risk, independence and balancing adult-led teaching with free play.

Can we request a webinar about phonics outdoors?

An outdoor-phonics webinar can show staff how to reinforce an existing phonics programme using movement, games, trails and practical resources.

The session should support, rather than replace, the school’s chosen systematic synthetic phonics programme.

Can we request a webinar about teaching English outdoors?

Yes. An outdoor-English webinar may cover storytelling, vocabulary, reading, writing, poetry, phonics, spelling, punctuation and grammar.

The content can be adjusted for Early Years, KS1, KS2 or a whole-primary-school audience.

Can we request a webinar about teaching maths outdoors?

An outdoor-maths webinar may include practical approaches to number, calculation, shape, measure, statistics, reasoning and problem-solving.

The ideas should be linked to curriculum objectives and adaptable to ordinary school grounds.

Can we request a webinar about SEND and outdoor learning?

A SEND-focused webinar can explore ways to adapt outdoor learning for pupils with communication, sensory, physical, emotional or cognitive needs.

The training should recognise individual differences and avoid presenting one approach as suitable for every child.

Are practical activities demonstrated during the webinar?

Outdoor learning webinars may include photographs, videos, resource demonstrations and examples of activities.

A virtual session cannot fully replicate an in-person practical workshop, but clear demonstrations can help staff understand how activities are prepared and delivered.

Will we need outdoor equipment during the webinar?

Most webinars do not require participants to bring extensive equipment.

The trainer may suggest having simple items available, such as chalk, rope, hoops, cones, paper or natural materials, when practical participation is included.

Any requirements should be communicated in advance.

Do we need access to an outdoor space during the live session?

Not necessarily.

Many webinars can be watched from a classroom, office or home because the trainer demonstrates and explains the activities.

A practical virtual workshop may include a short task that can be completed outdoors, but this should be made clear before booking.

What equipment will we need to deliver the ideas afterwards?

Most practical outdoor-learning ideas can be delivered with low-cost, reusable resources.

These might include chalk, hoops, rope, cones, clipboards, buckets, natural loose parts and everyday classroom materials.

Schools should not need a woodland or expensive specialist equipment to begin.

Do we need a Forest School area?

No. Outdoor-learning webinars can help staff make use of playgrounds, yards, courtyards, fields, gardens and other everyday school spaces.

Outdoor curriculum teaching is not the same as Forest School and does not require a woodland environment.

Do staff need a Forest School qualification?

Staff do not normally need a Forest School qualification to deliver ordinary curriculum-based outdoor learning in their school grounds.

They should follow their school’s policies, safeguarding procedures and risk-assessment requirements.

A specialist qualification may be required for particular activities or for delivering a recognised Forest School programme.

Will the webinar cover risk assessment?

Many outdoor-learning webinars include guidance about routines, boundaries, weather, equipment and managing commonly used school spaces.

However, the school remains responsible for its own policies, site-specific risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.

Will the webinar cover behaviour management outdoors?

Practical webinars may include guidance on establishing boundaries, using stop signals, organising groups and keeping children focused.

Effective outdoor learning depends on clear routines and purposeful tasks rather than allowing children to move around without structure.

Will the webinar help staff who lack confidence outdoors?

Building staff confidence is often one of the main aims of outdoor-learning training.

The session should show staff how to begin with simple, manageable activities and familiar spaces.

Staff do not need to transform their entire curriculum immediately.

Will the webinar give us ideas we can use straight away?

A practical webinar should provide realistic ideas that staff can adapt and use in their own setting.

The strongest takeaways are usually simple activities connected to clear curriculum objectives and delivered with resources the school already owns.

Will the ideas work in a playground?

Yes. Outdoor learning can take place effectively on tarmac, playground markings, small yards and paved areas.

Activities can use chalk, cards, hoops, cones, walls, gates, fences and pathways.

Schools do not need extensive green space.

Will the ideas work in an urban school?

Outdoor-learning webinars should recognise that many schools have limited or highly urban outdoor environments.

A practical approach focuses on how to use the available space rather than assuming every school has access to fields, woodlands or natural areas.

Will the ideas work in a school with very little outdoor space?

Yes. Activities can be delivered with small groups, rotated between classes or adapted to one defined area.

Teachers can use courtyards, covered spaces, paths and sections of playground.

The purpose of the activity is more important than the size of the space.

Will the webinar help us develop a whole-school approach?

Whole-school webinars can help staff establish a shared understanding of outdoor learning.

Training may support consistent routines, curriculum planning, resource use, inclusion and expectations across different year groups.

Further planning may still be needed after the webinar to embed the approach.

Can the webinar help us create an outdoor-learning policy?

A webinar may provide guidance about areas to consider within an outdoor-learning policy, such as purpose, curriculum links, inclusion, safety, weather and staff responsibilities.

Schools should ensure that any final policy reflects their own setting and procedures.

Can the webinar help us improve our outdoor-learning curriculum?

Training can help staff evaluate how outdoor learning fits within existing curriculum plans.

The webinar may encourage teachers to identify where practical outdoor experiences genuinely strengthen learning rather than adding unrelated activities.

Does outdoor learning replace classroom teaching?

No. Outdoor learning should complement strong classroom teaching.

Some objectives benefit from practical experiences, movement and real contexts, while other tasks may be better completed indoors.

Teachers can move between environments according to the learning needs of the pupils.

Will outdoor learning increase teacher workload?

Outdoor learning does not need to involve elaborate preparation.

Webinars should show teachers how to adapt existing lessons, use reusable resources and make effective use of ordinary school spaces.

Starting with a few repeatable approaches can help prevent unnecessary workload.

Will we receive webinar notes or slides?

Some webinars include a handout, workbook, activity sheet, planning document or copy of selected slides.

Materials provided for participants should not be copied, published or shared outside the agreed booking terms.

The webinar description should state what is included.

Will we receive downloadable resources?

Some webinars may include downloadable prompts, planning support or example activities.

Access to a larger resource library may require a separate membership or subscription.

Participants should check exactly what is included in the webinar fee.

Will we receive a certificate?

Participants may receive a certificate of attendance or professional development when this is included with the webinar.

The certificate may be generated automatically or sent after the session.

The booking information should explain how certificates are provided.

Is the webinar recognised as CPD?

Outdoor-learning webinars can contribute to a teacher’s or practitioner’s continuing professional development when they are relevant to their role.

Schools and individuals remain responsible for deciding how the training is recorded within their own professional-development systems.

Is a certificate the same as a qualification?

No. A certificate of attendance or completion shows that someone has participated in the webinar.

It does not automatically represent an accredited qualification, licence or regulated award.

Any accredited status should be stated clearly in the course or webinar description.

Can I use the webinar as evidence in my professional-development record?

Participants may record the webinar within their professional-development file, appraisal evidence or reflective journal.

It can be helpful to note the key learning, how the ideas were applied and what impact they had on practice.

Can the webinar contribute to an INSET training record?

Schools can record relevant webinars as part of their staff-development programme.

The school may keep attendance records, certificates, notes and evidence of follow-up actions.

How much do outdoor learning webinars cost?

The price depends on the length, topic, format and whether the booking is for an individual, a school or a larger organisation.

Public webinars may have a price per participant, while private school sessions may be charged as a group booking.

The relevant booking page or quotation should show whether VAT is included.

Is VAT included in the webinar price?

This will depend on the provider and the price shown.

Schools should check whether the advertised fee includes VAT before submitting a purchase order or requesting approval.

Can schools pay by invoice?

Schools may be able to request an invoice or use a purchase order.

Payment arrangements should be agreed before the webinar takes place.

Individual participants may be asked to pay online at the time of booking.

Can individuals pay by card?

Public webinar bookings may allow participants to pay by debit or credit card through a secure online checkout.

The payment options will be shown during booking.

Can we use a school purchase order?

Where purchase orders are accepted, schools should provide the correct billing details, purchase-order number and finance contact.

A booking may not be confirmed until the necessary information has been received.

Are discounts available for group bookings?

Group prices may be available for schools, trusts, local authorities or organisations booking several places.

A private webinar may sometimes offer better value than purchasing a large number of individual places.

Is the webinar included in a membership?

Some webinars, recordings or online training may be included within a particular membership package.

Other live sessions may require a separate booking.

Members should check the access level associated with their subscription.

Can I access webinars through a Silver, Gold or Ultimate membership?

Access may depend on the webinar and the benefits included within each membership tier.

Some training content may only be available within a higher membership level.

The webinar or membership page should clearly state which members can access the session.

Do I need to create an account?

Participants may need an account to access a recording, downloadable materials or a members-only webinar.

Account details should be kept secure and should not be shared with other people.

How do I join the live webinar?

Participants normally receive a joining link by email or through their online account.

The link may open a webinar platform such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams or another video-conferencing service.

Joining instructions should be checked before the session begins.

What technology do I need?

Participants will usually need a stable internet connection, a computer, tablet or suitable mobile device and working speakers or headphones.

A microphone or camera may be useful but might not be essential.

Can I join from a mobile phone?

It may be possible to join from a mobile phone, but a larger screen usually makes it easier to view demonstrations, slides and written information.

Participants should ensure that the relevant webinar application is installed when required.

Do I need to download any software?

Some webinar platforms work through a web browser, while others may ask participants to download an application.

Joining information should explain what is required.

What should I do if the joining link does not arrive?

Participants should check their spam, junk and promotions folders first.

They should also confirm that the correct email address was used during booking.

Any problem should be reported before the webinar begins whenever possible.

What happens if I have technical problems?

The training provider may be able to help with general access problems, but cannot control an individual participant’s internet connection, device or school security settings.

Participants should test the link, sound and platform before the session where possible.

Can I join from a school computer?

Yes, although some school networks block webinar platforms or external links.

Staff should check with their IT team before the event and allow enough time to resolve any access restrictions.

Can staff watch from home?

Staff can usually join from home if the booking terms allow this and they have the necessary link and equipment.

Access details should not be forwarded to people who are not included in the booking.

What information should a school provide when booking a private webinar?

The trainer may ask for the age ranges, number of participants, type of setting, current level of experience, available outdoor space and main training priorities.

This information helps make the session relevant and practical.

How far in advance should a private webinar be booked?

Booking early provides more choice of dates and allows time to tailor the content.

Schools planning training for an INSET day or twilight session should enquire as soon as their date is confirmed.

Can we choose the webinar date and time?

Private webinars can often be arranged around the school’s preferred training date, subject to trainer availability.

Public webinars take place at the advertised time.

Are evening or twilight webinars available?

Outdoor-learning webinars may be offered during twilight hours to make them easier for school staff to attend.

Private sessions can potentially be arranged after the school day.

Can webinars be delivered during the school day?

Yes. Schools may schedule a private webinar during an INSET day, planning day or other staff-development time.

Can the webinar be split into shorter sessions?

A longer programme may be divided across two or more sessions.

This can give staff time to try ideas between webinars and return with questions or reflections.

Can we book a series of webinars?

Schools and organisations may book a programme covering different subjects, age phases or areas of outdoor provision.

A series can support more sustained professional development than a single session.

Can the webinar be followed by further support?

Further support may include additional webinars, online courses, memberships, consultancy, mentoring or an in-person training day.

Schools should choose the level of support that matches their priorities and budget.

What is the difference between a webinar and in-person outdoor learning training?

A webinar is convenient, accessible and can bring staff together without travel.

In-person training allows staff to experience activities directly in an outdoor space and often includes more practical participation.

Both formats can be valuable depending on the desired outcomes.

Should our school choose a webinar or in-person training?

A webinar may be the best choice when the school wants flexible, focused or lower-cost professional development.

In-person training may be more suitable when staff need extensive practical experience, detailed site-specific support or whole-team participation outdoors.

Some schools combine both approaches.

Can we book in-person training after attending a webinar?

Yes. A webinar can provide a useful introduction before a school commits to more extensive training.

An in-person session can then build on the ideas and apply them directly within the school grounds.

How should staff follow up the webinar?

Staff should identify a small number of actions to try rather than attempting to change everything immediately.

They might choose one activity, one curriculum area or one outdoor routine to introduce.

A follow-up meeting can then be used to share what worked and decide on the next step.

How can we measure the impact of the webinar?

Schools can consider changes in staff confidence, the frequency and quality of outdoor lessons, pupil engagement and curriculum outcomes.

Evidence might include staff reflections, planning examples, observations, pupil feedback and examples of work.

Impact should be considered over time rather than judged from one isolated activity.

Where can I find outdoor learning webinars for teachers and schools?

The Muddy Puddle Teacher® offers outdoor-learning webinars, online courses, practical workshops and school training for teachers and practitioners.

Training can cover Early Years, KS1, KS2, outdoor play, continuous provision, curriculum subjects, SEND and whole-school outdoor learning.

Schools can choose a public webinar, online training or a session designed specifically for their staff team.

How do I book an outdoor learning webinar?

Select the webinar or training option that best matches your setting and follow the booking instructions provided.

For private school webinars, multi-school sessions or tailored training, contact The Muddy Puddle Teacher® with your preferred topic, date, staff numbers and age range.