We are excited to announce that Outdoors Thinking was Highly Commended for Nursery World Trainer of the Year 2023

Nursery World said "This is a tremendous achievement against extremely tough competition. This year we received an incredible number of entries from across the country, so to be shortlisted is an amazing feat."

Core Mission

Empower and enable practitioners and teachers to make the most of being outdoors for nurturing children to thrive and grow in their educational setting. Our goal is to greatly increase the number of enthusiastic educators with a deep belief in the value of learning through real experiences and play outdoors and who share a commitment to upholding every child’s right to spend ample time outdoors every day throughout the year.

Leading Training Organisation

The content and process of Outdoors Thinking Training is underpinned by extensive research-informed knowledge and practice about outdoor provision and learning outdoors. With the combined experience of over 80 years in developing outdoor environments, provision and practice, the qualifications have been carefully developed by leading thinkers and specialists in early years outdoor play and learning.

Accreditation

Certificate in Outdoor Practice is recognised and accredited by AIM Qualifications previously known as Open College Network West Midlands in England. To find out more please follow the Accreditation button below.

Treasure Trove

The outdoors has so much potential to offer to young children and there are exciting times ahead for the field of outdoor play and learning! Explore our website to see how we can work together to unlock this fabulous treasure trove.

We look forward to hearing from you.

The Outdoor Thinkers!