North Yorkshire Forest School Training
National Open College Network Coastal School Courses

NOCN Level 3 Coastal School Leader

This course is for learners who wish to apply the Forest School pedagogical approach in coastal environments and lead Coastal School sessions, providing the skills and confidence to lead innovative and engaging learning sessions for children and young people in coastal locations.

Dates and Venues:

18 & 19 May 2023
Tees Valley Wildlife Trust, Margrove Heritage Centre, TS12 3BZ & Saltburn Beach

Cost:

£295 NOCN Level 3 Coastal School Leader

To enquire or book a place please contact us

The Programme of Study:

Training days, spent both on the beach and in a classroom setting, prepare learners for the completion of tasks outside the training days which will be submitted for assessment.

The course will include:
Knowledge of coastal ecosystems including ecology, weather and tides
Managing risk
Coastal activity ideas to inspire play and learning
Planning and evaluating Coastal School sessions

Some comments from participants:

This course was absolutely fantastic! It was well led, included great activities, covered all health and safety and risk, and was so much fun. It really inspired me to expand my beach school programme and helps me differentiate activities between year groups. The location was great – lots and lots of wildlife I had never seen before which was very inspiring and motivating – hermit crabs, anemones, barnacles, fossils. Hazel was a fantastic leader as always, as was Steve. Thank you for a wonderful learning experience, would recommend it to everyone! 
Education Project Officer, Groundwork

Lots of great ideas to use with children of all ages. Activities clearly explained and demonstrated. Great sharing of knowledge and ideas within the group in a safe, fun and friendly environment. Love the practical side of the course and great way to extend info/knowledge/skills learnt on Forest School course. Can't wait to share experiences with the children, hope they have as much fun as I did. Brilliant end to the half term! 
Teaching Assistant, Hesleden Primary School