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Unique child centred Forest School Training for leaders plus professional development courses. Work with us to empower your students to achieve outdoors.

Here at Inspired Forest School Training, our aim is to provide you with high quality Forest School training in Gloucestershire because the principles of Forest School matter to us. To achieve the best for outcome for our students, we are working alongside two local schools, and our friends at the Ernest Cook Trust and Badger Wood Adventures. As a result of this, students will observe and participa

te in numerous Forest School settings and, as a results, the coursework will be much easier to access. We offer Level 1, 2 and 3 Forest School training at Inspired Forest School Training. As part of our unique course, we will guide and support you every step of the way, helping you to reach your full potential. All courses are accredited by the Open College Network, West Midlands.

09/01/2026

🌿 Forest School First Aid: The Real Deal.

Looking to renew or qualify? Here is why you should choose our upcoming event:

📍 The Setting : Hosted in a working Forest School.
🏆 The Quality: Trusted by over 500+ practitioners.
💰 The Value: Top-tier instruction at a competitive price.

Spaces fill up fast. Book here: https://www.inspiredforestschooltraining.co.uk/forest-school-first-aid

24/11/2025

Old Man’s Beard (wild clematis) makes a beautiful — and brilliantly sustainable — natural tinder in Forest School. ** Look up close and you can see why - it's just like our favourite choice, cotton wool!

Using what the woodland already provides helps us avoid relying on cotton wool, which has a surprisingly heavy environmental footprint. Cotton production demands vast amounts of water, pesticides, and energy… all for something we burn in seconds.

By choosing natural tinder like wild clematis, we’re teaching young people to:
• Work with the land rather than bring in external materials🌿
• Reduce waste and respect natural cycles🌿
• Notice and value the resources around them🌿

A small switch, but one with a meaningful ripple effect. Nature gives us what we need — we just have to look closely. 🌿🔥

19/11/2025

🌟 Spot the Blackthorn Stars! 🌟
Have you noticed this wonderful, inky-blue fruit everywhere at the moment? They are the true Stars of November in the UK's hedgerows!

Say hello to Prunus spinosa, the amazing Blackthorn (and the source of your favourite Sloe Gin!). It might look humble, but it's an absolute powerhouse of the forest school and countryside.

❓ True or False: Blackthorn Quiz! ❓
Test your knowledge on this resilient November beauty. Which of these statements are TRUE?
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T/F: It's a member of the plum family? 🍑
T/F: It can live for up to 100 years? 🌳
T/F: Its flowers appear in Spring before the leaves? 🌸
T/F: It can grow as a dense shrub (hedgerow) or a small tree? 🌿
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SPOILER ALERT!
The answer is... ALL of the above are correct statements about Blackthorn! What a fascinating plant! Its tenacity and vital role in the ecosystem make it a true hero of the winter woods.

Much more to learn about this incredible plant!

10/11/2025

🌿 Level Up Your Outdoor Skills: Our 2025/2026 Training Dates Are LIVE! 🎊

Ready to turn your passion for nature into a career? Our Forest School training courses are filling up fast! We’ve gathered all the upcoming dates for our most popular qualifications and immersive workshops.

🔥 Secure Your Spot for the NEXT Adventure!
(Note: November is already a hit! Grab your place on the next Level 3 now!)

🌱 Level 3 Forest School Leader (Take the Leap!)

Jan 7, Feb 24, Mar 25, Apr 23, May 20, Jun 10

(November 25, 2025 - SOLD OUT!)

🛠️ Build a Willow Dome In A Day (Hands-on Workshop!)

November 27, 2025 or (final space) February 12, 2026

⛑️ Forest School First Aid (Essential, Outdoor Focused!)

January 21-22, 2026 & April 27-28, 2026

🎉 Forest School Conference 2026 (Save the Date!)

June 4, 2026

👉 DON'T MISS OUT!
All course details, pricing, and registration links are available on our website. Click the link in the bio/below to explore all dates and book your training!

Have questions about what's involved? Want to chat through the process? 📧 Email Shane directly: [email protected]

www.inspiredforestschooltraining.co.uk

17/09/2025

Inspirational Forest School : Train with INSPIRED

🌿 Training in the heart of the Cotswolds, we help you bring the magic of Forest School to life.
✨ Accredited courses
✨ Practical woodland learning
✨ Supportive tutors
✨ Train alongside children

📍 Serving learners across Gloucestershire, Worcester, and surrounding counties.

👉 Discover your pathway: https://bit.ly/3VVrHfD

12/06/2025

Huge thanks 🙏 to everyone who attended last week's Inspired Forest School Conference at the University of Gloucestershire Oxstalls Campus! 🌳 It was a fantastic event 🎉, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to join us and contribute to such a valuable discussion.

Want to get some hands-on beekeeping experience? 🐝 We're planning to run some bee workshops right here at Inspired Forest School Training in the near future! If you're interested in learning more about these buzzing creatures and getting involved, please do get in touch for details. 🍯📧

We're already looking forward to and planning next year's event! 😄

🗓️ Save Thursday 4th June 2026 🗓️

03/06/2025

🌳 Excited for the Inspired Forest School Conference this Thursday! 🎉 We're thrilled to bring together passionate educators and nature enthusiasts for a day of learning, sharing, and connecting. 🐛🌿

Still time to grab your ticket and join us for inspiring talks, practical workshops, and a chance to dive deep into the world of Forest School. Don't miss out! 🤩

Find all the details and book your spot here:
👉 https://www.inspiredforestschooltraining.co.uk/forest-school-courses/inspired-forest-school-conference-june-2025/

See you there! 👋

22/05/2025

Forest School Fun: Simple Elderflower Cordial! ☀️🌿

Here at our training base in Churchdown, Glos the Elder is flowering. Those keen to make cordial need to wait for the flowers to be all open and for a sunny day to maximise flavour.

Capture the taste of early summer with this super easy elderflower cordial – perfect for making outdoors with your little explorers!
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You'll Need (makes approx 1 litre):

Around 20 large elderflower heads (shake gently to remove any little visitors!)
500g sugar (granulated or caster)
1 litre water
2 lemons (unwaxed if possible), zest and juice
(Optional: 1 tsp citric acid – helps it last longer, but not essential for a quick batch!)
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Simple Steps for Little Hands:

💮Flower Power: Gently rinse and check your elderflower heads.
💮Heat it Up: In a large pot (if over a campfire, adult supervision is key!), dissolve the sugar in the water over a medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil for a minute, then remove from the heat.
💮Lemony Zest: Add the lemon zest and juice to the sugary water.
💮Flower Infusion: Pop the elderflower heads into the warm syrup, ensuring they're submerged. Add the citric acid now if using.
💮Steep & Wait: Cover the pot and leave to infuse for at least 4 hours, or even better, overnight in a cool place.
💮Strain Away: Carefully strain the cordial through a muslin cloth or a very fine sieve into a clean bottle or container.
💮Taste Test! Dilute to taste with water (still or sparkling) and enjoy your homemade woodland refreshment!

Tips for Forest School Leaders:

*Ensure you've correctly identified elderflower!
*Pick on a dry, sunny day when the flowers are at their best.
*Try to remove just the flower heads (white) as the stems contain poisons (like a lot of plants)
*This is a great activity for discussing plant identification, seasonal changes, and even a bit of "potion making" fun!

Happy foraging and cordial making!

06/05/2025

🐝🌞May in your Forest School - https://mailchi.mp/42450dc95f84/mayinforestschool-14174991

10/04/2025

Looking for your annual Forest School CPD? Our annual Inspired Conference begins in 56 days 🎊

https://www.inspiredforestschooltraining.co.uk/giveaway/inspired-conference-free-tickets-2025/

So....we are offering a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS (we are a not-for-profit company you see).

Interested? Click the link and enter now. Already bought a ticket? If you win, we will give you a credit note to use on a future event. 🌟🌟Everyone is a winner🌟🌟

Inspired Forest School Training

02/04/2025

🐑🐥April in Forest School - https://mailchi.mp/cc31ac810f29/squirrels-oaks-and-a-new-directory-14173850

04/03/2025

Have a look at our March Newsletter - CPD discounts available, as always, to those who trained the 'Inspired' way.
>>What's going on in Forest School in March 🌸🐝 - https://mailchi.mp/e06eec4c9541/squirrels-oaks-and-a-new-directory-14172936

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