FSTI Forest School Teacher Training

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FSTI Forest School Teacher Training

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Forest School Teacher Institute is delighted to announce that we are bringing our training to Boston, May 19-22, with support from Boston Outdoor Preschool Network! 

This opportunity is the right choice for educators and advocates from around the world who seek to provide nature-based preschool education in urban and suburban settings. 

During this four-day event, participants will complete 26 hours of observation, instruction and practice, to earn a Forest School Teacher Certificate of Completion. And of course, all of this happens amidst the beauty and energy of one of America’s most historic cities! 

Tuition Includes

  • Prerequisite online Introduction to Forest School Course of Study (3 classes,1.5 hours each)
  • 26 hours of class instruction and observations of children at nature preschools, led by FSTI founder, Dr. Jean Lomino, and others
  • Visits to a different BOPN location each day, observing a range of program models in diverse settings such as an arboretum, historic estate, and zoo
  • Certificate of Completion for Forest School Teacher Course of Study
  • Evening meal with Sarah Besse, Co-Founder & Executive Director of BOPN 

Tuition for four-day training: $875 Lodging and meals are not included in tuition, except for the meal with Sarah Besse

Enrollment Deadline: May 12 

Maximum Participants: 20 Optional Friday Field Trips - at no additional cost