Outdoor learning training | Sussex | Circle of Life Rediscovery

We teach you to deliver the very best in Outdoor Learning, Forest School and Nature based Practice

✔️ From CPD outdoor learning and nature connection courses to comprehensive Level 3 Forest School Training, learn everything you need to know about transforming education, health and family through nature-led learning

✔️ Develop the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to design and deliver best practice educational and therapeutic outdoor learning programmes

✔️ Use your new skills to have more fun in your work, and transform your career

Our Flagship Courses

ITC Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders

Starts 19th March or 12th November 2026

Certificate in Nature-based Practice

Starts 3rd June 2026

Our Upcoming Nature-based Courses for 2026

Forest School & Paediatric First Aid Course

 7th – 8th February 2026

ITC Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders

Starts 19th March 2026

Cooking on a fire with Matt Harder

21st March 2026

Forest School & Paediatric First Aid Course

9th – 10th May 2026

‘The Lost Words and Spells’ Workshop with Jon Cree

1st June 2026

Certificate in Nature-based Practice (ITC Level 3 Available)

Starts 3rd June 2026

Nature-Based Training for Psychiatrists and GPs

18th – 19th June 2026

The Soul of Belonging. One-Day Experiential Workshop with Rebecca Wildbear

20th June 2026

Nature as Guide in Times of Change. 5-Day Residential with Rebecca Wildbear

21st – 25th June 2026

Introduction to Engaging Children in Permaculture with Lusi Alderslowe and Lexington Love

12th – 13th September 2026

Permaculture for Health Practitioners with Lusi Alderslowe and Lexington Love

14th September 2026

The Power of Connection with Jon Cree and Madelanne Rust-D’eye

3rd – 4th  October 2026

Register for Our FREE Permaculture Webinar

 

Cultivating Wellbeing through Permaculture – Education and Health in Harmony
In conversation with permaculture educators Lusi Alderslowe & Lexington Love

Date: Tuesday 12th May 5.30pm – 6.30pm (BST)

New to Circle of Life Rediscovery?

Since 2007, Circle of Life Rediscovery CIC has taught teachers, health professionals and outdoor practitioners skills to take educational and therapeutic programmes outdoors.

Learn how you can improve people’s physical, mental and educational wellbeing by doing what you love

Circle of Life Rediscovery CPD courses and Forest School training give you what you need… from theoretical knowledge to expert training to deliver safe and engaging accredited education and therapeutic programmes.

CPDs and Forest School Training for Teachers

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Why learn with Circle of Life Rediscovery?

Your facilitators are outdoor learning experts and thought leaders


Our Nature Practitioners and Forest School Leaders have backgrounds in teaching, nature connection and woodland management. 
This means you’ll benefit from over 40 year’s experience from experts in working outdoors and across different ages and backgrounds. 

Train with Marina Robb

Meet Marina Robb Founder and Managing Director of Circle of Life Rediscovery CIC. Also, author of ‘Learning with Nature’, considered a must-have book for Forest School & Outdoor practitioners. And ‘The Essential Guide to Forest School and Nature Pedagogy’

In recognition of her work with disadvantaged teenagers, families and young people, Marina has received funding from Natural England, Mind and The National Lottery, amongst other grantmakers.

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“We had an amazing experience on your two day Forest Kindergarten Nature Play course back in November. We learnt how to extend our knowledge and understanding of outdoor learning in a wonderful environment”

Julie Stevens – Flying Start Pre School

You’ll learn in our stunning woodland training venue

Woodland Site

Mill Woods boasts 10 acres of beautiful mixed broad-leafed woodland. It is located near Laughton Village, 10 miles from Lewes in East Sussex.

You’ll accomplish something meaningful

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Because research tells us that outdoor learning instils self-belief, confidence, learning capacity, enthusiasm, communication and problem-solving skills and emotional well-being. Not only that, you’ll foster a lifelong love of our natural resources and woodlands.

You’ll learn how to employ your skills in an outdoor setting

Our CPD Trainings

Know where to start. What space and equipment you need. How to adhere to risk and compliance requirements. And how to plan and organise sessions outdoors

Listen To The Wild Minds Podcast

 

Hosted by Marina Robb, Founder and Managing Director of Circle of Life Rediscovery and The Outdoor Teacher, for people interested in health, outdoor learning and the natural world with over 30,000 listens worldwide