About the Course
This online leader course introduces the Scandinavian early years pedagogy Skogsmulle to Forest School Leaders for an experiential learning methodology for children aged 0-7 years.
Skogsmulle facilitates play focused development by providing learning activities in the outdoors that stimulate children’s imagination to enhance physical, mental and social development. A growing body of academic research has highlighted the need for children to have opportunities to participate in play as a means of building a strong foundation for formal learning later on in life – Skogsmulle is a proven means of achieving this.
What you’ll learn
How to prepare yourself as a practitioner to take young children to visit a green space
How to set up a suitable site
How to set boundaries with children
How to prepare for risks (risk-benefit model)
Research on the benefits of learning and playing in the outdoors
Games and songs to support children with the routines of regular visits to a greenspace
“Is this course for me?”
This course is perfect for Early Years Professionals, Foundation Phase Teachers, Forest School Leaders and those wanting to develop high quality developmental appropriate outdoor play sessions.
“Do I need Forest School or Outdoor Learning experience?”
*For the online course, you must be confident in outdoor skills. A blended learning approach is available for anyone who would like to increase their competency in outdoor skills.
Learn more about Skogsmulle:
Wales PPA article on Skogsmulle coming to Wales
Nursery World Article on Skogsmulle which features us
Further information from Friluftsfrämjandet (Swedish Association for Promotion of Outdoor Life): Skogsmulle leaflet
Ignite Unlocking Potential are the only organisation in Wales accredited to deliver the Skogsmulle leader courses, Skogsmulle is an outdoor learning pedagogy developed in Sweden (pronounced skogs-mull-a) which has been adopted extensively throughout Scandinavia, Germany, and Japan.
Skogsmulle – Meeting the Foundation Phase Curriculum Outcomes:
Our trainers have been trained by leading Swedish Pedagoues as part of the expansion of Skogsmulle UK which is an exciting and growing movement. Skogsmulle aligns to the Foundation Phase curriculum outcomes as illustrated below: