Forest School Assistant Training
SGO’s Level 2 Forest School Assistant qualification is intended for those who wish to become an assistant Forest School Leader or intend to become a Forest School leader in the future, developing knowledge practical skills suitable for the role.
The heart of any Forest School experience is the site. Steve Greaves Outdoors partners with educators to offer a training experience based on first hand knowledge of on site practices and the theoretical underpinning of these for the learners taking part in a Forest School programme.
The Sites
The Bosk
The Bosk site is located in a rural area on the outskirts of Derby city with good public transport links.
Sunny Brow
This Manchester based nursery site offers a compact version of the SGO Forest School Assistant training course.
Forest School Assistant training dates : The Bosk
Course features
54 guided learning hours
Assessed by a portfolio of evidence.
Mentor support.
Successful completion will lead to an ITC level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants
| Course Start Date |
|---|
| 4th march 2025 |
| 29th April 2025 |
| 30th September 2025 |
| The Forest School Assistant Award comprises of 4 practical days on site and the completion of a portfolio. |
Forest School Leader Assistant dates : Sunny Brow
Course features
54 guided learning hours
Assessed by a portfolio of evidence.
Mentor support.
Successful completion will lead to an ITC level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants
| Course Start Date |
|---|
| 30th June 2025 |
| The training on site comprises of 4 days split into two 2 day blocks on consecutive weeks. |
SGO is an ITC First registered centre.
