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Forest School Principle 4 Forest School offers learners the opportunity to take supported risks appropriate to the environment and to themselves. Download our Forest School Principles flyer: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples #OutdoorLearning

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 29/09/2026

Getting ready for Forest School? Explore Forest School kit lists shared by practitioners, and guidance on tools, tool use and practical outdoor skills. • Kit lists: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... • Forest School Tools: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #EYwoodwork

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 28/09/2026

Forest School Principle 3 Forest School aims to promote the holistic development of all those involved, fostering resilient, confident, independent and creative learners. Download our Forest School Principles flyer: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 25/09/2026

🌰 Conkers often capture children's interest in Forest School sessions at this time of year. Our Conker Clamp range makes it easier and safer to drill, thread & create with conkers. Wooden Clamp muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/product... Mushroom Clamp muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/product... #ForestSchool #Conkers

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 24/09/2026

Forest School Principle 2 FS takes place in a woodland or natural wooded environment to support the development of a relationship between the learner and the natural world. Download our Forest School Principles flyer: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #ForestSchool #ForestSchoolPrinciples

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 22/09/2026

FREE Forest School magazine As we head towards Forest School Day on 9 October, we're sharing our free online magazine: The Outdoor Practitioner – Forest School Focus. Full of articles, reflections, ideas and activities to support you to work, learn & play outdoors. muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 21/09/2026

Forest School Principle 1 FS is a long-term process of frequent and regular sessions in a woodland or natural environment, rather than a one-off visit. Planning, adaptation, observations and reviewing are integral elements of FS. Download our FS Principles flyer: muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 18/09/2026

What does Forest School look like through a child's eyes? This article shares children's own words and observations from Forest School sessions, revealing the rich learning that can emerge through time spent outdoors. muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #ChildLedLearning

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 17/09/2026

🌰 Conkers often capture children's interest in Forest School sessions at this time of year. From nature exploration and creative making to maths, games and seasonal discoveries, explore our collection of conker-inspired ideas: muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/i... #ForestSchool #Conkers #OutdoorLearning

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 14/09/2026

Muddy Faces will be attending the Forest School Association (FSA) Conference later this month. Liz Edwards joins the panel discussion "Why Play Matters? How do we protect it?" Ahead of the conference, Liz reflects on the importance of play in children's learning & development: vimeo.com/1201206204

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FSA - Importance of play

This is "FSA - Importance of play" by Muddy Faces on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 10/09/2026

Bluesky 🍂 FREE Autumn Inspirations activity card Add our Autumn Inspirations activity card free to your order this month and enjoy 10 seasonal activity ideas inspired by autumn. Explore more autumn inspiration: muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/i... #OutdoorLearning #OutdoorPlay

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 08/09/2026

🌿💧 Get Ready for the Big River Watch This September! 💧🌿 Our range of river dipping kits, explorer sets and field study equipment provides everything young investigators need for hands-on outdoor discovery. muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/nature-... #BigRiverWatch #OutdoorLearning #EnvironmentalEducation

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 07/09/2026

🌟 FREE CPD🌟 The Local Schools Nature Grant project is offering fully-funded, in-person CPD training - open to school and nursery staff. Upcoming training: Winchester Sept & Bristol Oct 🔗 muddyfaces.co.uk/news/ltl-fre...

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LtL FREE Summer CPD!

The Local Schools Nature Grant project is offering high-quality, fully-funded, in-person CPD training across five venues this summer, open to school and…

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 07/09/2026

🌿 This month we're focusing on Forest School. In this month's newsletter, Liz Edwards, founder of Muddy Faces, reflects on Forest School, child-led learning, and the role of nature, play & exploration in children's development. muddyfaces.co.uk/news/forest-... #ForestSchool

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 27/08/2026

Parks, woodlands and local green spaces can offer many opportunities for curiosity, connection and discovery, along with chances to slow down and notice the natural world around us. Explore Forest Bathing and other seasonal inspiration in our August newsletter: muddyfaces.co.uk/news/learnin...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 24/08/2026

☀️ Summer Fun with Pulleys! 🌳 Discover our range of pulleys and outdoor play resources to inspire active, hands-on learning all summer long. #OutdoorLearning #EarlyYears #EYFS #LearningThroughPlay #STEM #OutdoorPlay #NaturePlay #MuddyFaces #SummerActivities #LoosePartsPlay #ForestSchool

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 22/08/2026

From beach adventures to everyday outdoor exploration, summer offers countless opportunities for play, discovery and learning outdoors. Our August newsletter includes seasonal activity inspiration for making the most of the summer months. muddyfaces.co.uk/news/learnin...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 17/08/2026

🧶 Summer Fun with Wool! ☀️🌿 Check out our NEW 🧶 INSPIRATIONS- wool 🧶 activity page: muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/w... #SummerActivities #NatureCrafts #LearningThroughPlay #EYFS #CreativePlay #OutdoorCrafts #Weaving #Felting #FriendshipBracelets #ForestSchool #MuddyFaces

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 15/08/2026

☀️ Summer Fun with Pulleys! 🌳🪣 🧸 How about a zip line for a favourite teddy! How would your children use a pulley this summer? We'd love to hear your ideas in the comments! 👇 #OutdoorLearning #LearningThroughPlay #STEM #NaturePlay #MuddyFaces #SummerActivities #LoosePartsPlay #ForestSchool

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 14/08/2026

Liz Edwards, founder of Muddy Faces, is also one of the founders of Outdoors Thinking. Their new hybrid course, Creating Rich Experiences Outdoors, starts in September & explores how to create rich outdoor play spaces and develop outdoor provision over time. outdoorsthinking.co.uk/course/onlin...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 13/08/2026

☀️ Summer Fun with Pulleys! 🌳🪣 🪢 Discover our range of pulleys and outdoor play resources to inspire active, hands-on learning all summer long: muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/curricu... #LearningThroughPlay #STEM #OutdoorPlay #NaturePlay #MuddyFaces #SummerActivities #LoosePartsPlay #ForestSchool

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 12/08/2026

Beach School encourages children to connect with place through observation, curiosity & hands-on discovery. From tides and weather to wildlife and natural materials, the shoreline offers endless opportunities for exploration. Read more in our August newsletter: muddyfaces.co.uk/news/learnin...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 11/08/2026

🏖️INSPIRATIONS: sand/beach 🌊🐚 Next time you're by the sea, why not try some of these simple activities: muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/i... #BeachPlay #SummerActivities #EYFS #LearningThroughPlay #CoastalAdventures #Rockpool #SandPlay #FamilyNature #MuddyFaces

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 07/08/2026

☀️ Summer Fun with Pulleys! 🌳🪣 Why not set up a simple pulley system outdoors? #OutdoorLearning #EarlyYears #EYFS #LearningThroughPlay #STEM #OutdoorPlay #NaturePlay #MuddyFaces #SummerActivities #LoosePartsPlay #ForestSchool 🛒 Pulley Resources: muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/curricu...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 05/08/2026

What are children noticing in the outdoor spaces around them right now? Summer invites us to look up, slow down and notice. Our August newsletter explores ideas inspired by sea, sand and sky, and the opportunities nature offers wherever you are. muddyfaces.co.uk/news/learnin...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 05/08/2026

Happy Playday. Play – here, there, everywhere! Make space for play today. muddyfaces.co.uk/events/playday We are proud to be #PlaydayChampions! muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... @playengland.bsky.social #Playday2026 #PlayEverywhere

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 04/08/2026

Playday is tomorrow. This year’s theme - Play: here, there, everywhere! - is a reminder that play can happen in any space. Try something simple. Make space for play. muddyfaces.co.uk/events/playday @playengland.bsky.social #Playday2026 #PlayEverywhere

A children's playground with sand on the floor, in the centre, a slide, and at the bottom a big puddle with a child in a waterproof all in one sitting in it playing

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 03/08/2026

We’re proud to be supporting Playday 2026 as Playday Champions. 🌟 At the heart of what we do is a deep belief in the power of child-led play. That’s why we design our resources around this pedagogy. Let’s keep play at the centre of childhood. #Playday2026 #ChildLedPlay #LearningThroughPlay

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 31/07/2026

We’re proud to be supporting #Playday2026 as Playday Champions. Our focus is on helping make space for play in everyday settings, through simple ideas, accessible resources & practical approaches that support children’s wellbeing. muddyfaces.co.uk/news/we-are-... @playengland.bsky.social #PlayDay202

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 29/07/2026

August & September offer plenty of opportunities to get outside, explore local places & enjoy seasonal events 🌿 From Playday & National Allotments Week to Big River Watch & Take a Child Outside Week, find inspiration for outdoor play, learning and nature connection: muddyfaces.co.uk/news/whats-o...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 29/07/2026

🧶 Summer Fun with Wool! ☀️🌿 A simple ball of wool can inspire hours of creative outdoor play this summer! Check out our NEW 🧶 INSPIRATIONS- wool 🧶 activity page: muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/w... #CreativePlay #OutdoorCrafts #Weaving #Felting #FriendshipBracelets #ForestSchool #MuddyFaces

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 27/07/2026

🦋🐛 Get involved with the Big Butterfly Count! 🐛🦋 Why not take part, then come back and create your own nature-inspired butterflies? 👉 Save this for your next outdoor learning session - muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/w... #BigButterflyCount #NatureLearning #OutdoorLearning #NaturePlay#ForestSchool

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 24/07/2026

This year’s #Playday2026 theme, Play – here, there, everywhere, fits with what we see in outdoor play every day: small moments, simple ideas & children making the most of the spaces around them. muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/outdoor-play/playday-champions @playengland.bsky.social #PlayEverywhere

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 22/07/2026

🌊🦀 Get Ready for The Big Seaweed Search? 🦀🌊 👉 Be a citizen scientist and uncover the wonders of the seashore: muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/nature-... #BigSeaweedSearch #CoastalExploration #OutdoorLearning #STEMEducation #UnderstandingTheWorld #NatureStudy #BeachSchool

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 20/07/2026

☀️🌿 Summer nature adventures with children 🌿☀️ 👉 Save this for your summer activities inspiration: muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/i... #SummerActivities #NatureLearning #OutdoorLearning #NaturePlay #LearningThroughPlay #EcoEducation #ForestSchool #ExploreOutdoors #FamilyFun #NatureCrafts

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 03/07/2026

💚 Wales Nature Week 4-12 July - a celebration of magical nature 💚 This year, it’s all about ‘In Your Neighbourhood - Yn Eich Cynefin’. Find out more here 👉 muddyfaces.co.uk/events/wales... Check out our range of Welsh language resources here: muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/welsh-l... #WalesNatureWeek

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 01/07/2026

🌟 FREE CPD🌟 The Local Schools Nature Grant project is offering fully-funded, in-person CPD training across different venues this summer, open to school and nursery staff from across Great Britain. Nottingham - Stirling - Winchester - Bristol 🔗 muddyfaces.co.uk/news/ltl-fre...

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LtL FREE Summer CPD!

The Local Schools Nature Grant project is offering high-quality, fully-funded, in-person CPD training across five venues this summer, open to school and…

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 29/06/2026

🌿 Happy International Mud Day! However you mark it, we hope you have a brilliant muddy day - sunshine, rain, puddles or full-on mud. If you do share, we’d love to see 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #MudDay2026

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 28/06/2026

🌿 The Muddy Faces Mud Campaign We’ve been promoting play with natural materials, and especially mud, since 2011. It has helped shift thinking & practice across early years and outdoor learning, supporting more time outdoors and sensory messy play. Read more 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #MudDay

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 27/06/2026

🌿 Our Making a Mud Kitchen guide A practical resource to support mud play in your setting, covering why it matters and how to get started. Free to download and available in 12 languages 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #MudDay2026

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 26/06/2026

📧 Don’t forget to check your inbox! Our 🤎 Mud Play Essentials 🤎 newsletter includes a chance to enter our giveaway. Head back to your email, follow the entry details, and get involved before it closes. Good luck, and keep an eye out! 🎉 🕛️ Deadline midnight 30th June 2026 #MudDay2026 #MuddyFaces

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 26/06/2026

🌿 An A Z of mud play From splashing and squelching to mixing, moulding and making, there are many ways children explore mud. Dip in and find a few new ideas 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/a... #MudDay2026

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 25/06/2026

🌿 Looking for Mud Day inspiration? Our Mud Gallery brings together real examples of muddy play from settings across the UK and beyond, showing how others are working with mud in practice. A useful place to gather ideas as you plan for 29 June 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #MudDay2026

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 24/06/2026

What’s On Outdoors: July, August & September 🌿 Planning ahead for the summer holidays & early autumn? We’ve pulled together outdoor events & awareness days to support hands‑on, real‑world learning - from Big Butterfly Count to Allotments Week and Big River Watch. 👉 muddyfaces.co.uk/news/whats-o...

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 23/06/2026

🌿 Want to know the origin story of International Mud Day? Our page explores how it began and how it has grown into a global celebration of mud play. With 29 June coming up, it’s a useful place to build context alongside your plans. Find out more 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #MudDay2026

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 21/06/2026

🌿 Looking for ideas for mud play? Our inspirations page is full of mud play ideas you can explore with your group. With Mud Day (29 June) coming up, it’s a good place to start gathering a few go‑to ideas. Explore it here 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/i... #MudDay2026

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Muddy Faces @muddyfaces.co.uk · 19/06/2026

🌿 Mud kitchen menus. Free printable templates to support muddy role play. Download here 👇 muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/... #MudDay2026

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