We provide
Online training courses in Outdoor Learning & Forest School Activities
Our online training courses are designed for Teachers and Practitioners who want to take their groups outside of the classroom
Our Signature Courses
Shows you how – and gives you everything you need to start right away.
Our practical online training is designed for teachers and teaching assistants who want to run Forest School activities with their groups, and is equally useful for Forest School practitioners and other youth leaders.
Across 8 practical modules and 87 step-by-step video lessons, you'll learn how to deliver a huge range of Forest School and nature-based activities, supported by 15 ready-to-use downloadable resources, including Risk & Benefit Assessments for every module.
With such an extensive resource library and lifetime access, you can return time and again for fresh ideas and inspiration.
Shows you how, helps you understand why – AND gives you everything you need to start right away.
Our most comprehensive training follows a seasonal framework across 8 modules, giving you activities and resources relevant to the changing seasons throughout the year. Simply start with the season you're in and work through the programme in the order that works for you.
It includes 120 practical videos created specifically for the Advanced Certificate, which don't replicate our FSA course content, plus adaptable session plans and downloadable resources including risk assessments.
Also includes 16 in-depth masterclasses – two within every seasonal module, exploring the theory, principles and thinking behind what you do, as well as how to do it.
With lifetime access, this is a learning and resource library you can return to for years.
6 Free Forest School Lessons
Get Started Straight Away
Get a taste of The Outdoor Teacher with six practical Forest School lessons, including step-by-step guidance to help you take your group outdoors with confidence.
Discover new activities, build your confidence and experience our practical approach to Forest School and Outdoor Learning – completely free.
Meet Marina Robb
Marina Robb (Bsc; PGCE; MA; Msc; Author) is Founder and Managing Director of Circle of Life Rediscovery Community Interest Company and The Outdoor Teacher Ltd, both leading organisations that aim to transform education and health through nature.
Marina is co-author of ‘Learning with Nature’ (foreword by Chris Packham), a must-have book for Forest School & Outdoor practitioners, and ‘The Essential Guide to Forest School and Nature Pedagogy’ (foreword by David Sobel) which contains everything you need to know from theory to practice.
Marina has more than 30 years experience in outdoor learning and nature connection.
She provides a deep understanding of effective nature education at all levels and for a range of diverse backgrounds.
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Learn With Us
All our online courses come with lifetime access
Teachers, teaching assistants & nursery staff
Children learn, develop and thrive in different ways and in different environments. At The Outdoor Teacher, we believe in the power of the natural environment to help pupils to embrace learning with greater motivation, focus and happiness.
Outdoors practitioners, Scout & Guide leaders
Nothing beats sharing your love of the great outdoors with the next generation. The Outdoor Teacher has created the ultimate set of practical tools, activities and guides for anyone who recognises the value of nature in shaping young minds.
Therapists, counsellors & special needs educators
Great children’s counsellors and therapists achieve amazing results for their patients. It’s an admirable balancing act; combining the need for a relaxed, approachable relationship, and the serious work of looking after someone’s mental health.
Find out how we can help your school
The Wild Minds Podcast
The Wild Minds Podcast is brought to you by me, Marina Robb, an author, entrepreneur, Forest School and Nature-based Trainer and Consultant, and pioneer in developing Green programmes for the Health service in the UK.
How to Teach Climate Change:
A Practitioner Manual for
Climate Education
A whole-school framework for embedding climate and sustainability education in safe, practical and developmentally appropriate ways.