Forest School SNPT was established in 2001 to develop and provide Forest School programmes in Swansea, Neath and Port Talbot. The aims of FSSNPT are to promote the building of self-confidence and self-esteem of children and young people, to promote learning and play, and to improve health and well-being through the provision of an active physical outdoor experience. We also aim to raise awareness, appreciation and enjoyment of the natural environment.
Our main activities are:
Long-term group projects with weekly woodland visits
Out-of-school learning provision, play-schemes, community projects
Adult training programmes including Agored Cymru accredited courses, CPD / INSET days & specialist behaviour and First Aid courses
The ethos and approach of Forest School are very inclusive and can cater effectively for children, young people and adults. Forest School is especially beneficial for those who do not succeed in mainstream society for various reasons, including those suffering deprivation or disaffection. Individuals have an opportunity to achieve in a carefully designed task, no matter how small, so that they feel challenged, take risks and then succeed. This has a positive impact on attitude and behaviour.
Forthcoming Courses
Forest School Assistant Level 2 (designed for those who would like to assist at a Forest School programme).
Course dates: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th March 2025
17th, 18th, 19th, 20th June 2025
Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning Practitioner (provides a qualification which is suitable for all staff to ensure an essential understanding of Forest School and allow them to develop skills and confidence in using school grounds for engaging and exciting curriculum delivery)
Course dates: Tuesday 6th, 13th, 20th May 2025
Coastal School Leader - Top Up (designed to supplement the Forest School Leader Level 3 Qualification this course covers two extra modules focusing on Coastal School.
Course dates: 10th and 11th July 2025
Forest School Leader Level 3 (designed for those who would like to set up and run a Forest School programme).
Course dates: 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th September and 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th October 2025
Outdoor Food Safety
The course follows the Level 2 Award in Food Safety syllabus with emphasis on cooking in an outdoors environment
Dates to be confirmed
Outdoor First Aid
2 day course providing training to administer basic first aid in remote locations.
Dates to be confirmed
For any enquiries or to book Email office@forestschoolsnpt.org.uk
visit https: www.forestschoolsnpt.org.uk/training
Forest School SNPT provides inspirational approaches to outdoor learning and play sessions for children and young people, with the aim of building confidence, well-being and raising awareness of the environment. We want all c...
