Enabling Environment

10 ways to recycle an old cable drum Have you ever wondered what to use an old cable drum for? These recyclable resources can be a great addition to your environment and can be used for so many different things. To obtain some of these cable drums why not contact your local DIY shop to see if they have any they do not need. As a cable drum has … [Read more...] about 10 ways to use an old cable drum

Enhancing your outdoor play area with less expensive resources As we know children learn so much from outdoor play. It is important that children have access to outdoor play daily as this is highly emphasised in the EYFS. Children should go outside no matter the weather. As children run around outside they are learning about the effect … [Read more...] about Using natural and reclaimed resources for outdoor play

Great tips on creating a stimulating outdoor learning environment The outdoor learning environment enables children to learn about the world around them whilst having access to natural resources and fresh air. Being outside has a positive impact on children's well-being and development. It gives children the opportunity and space to explore, … [Read more...] about Creating a stimulating outdoor learning environment

10 great tuff spot activities to keep toddlers entertained   Some people associate tuff spot trays with builders tray. The large octagonal shaped tray is a great resource in helping provide stimulating opportunities for toddlers. Many early years settings use tuff spot trays as they find these to be a great flexible resource. If you … [Read more...] about 10 Tuff spot activities for toddlers

Why not try these 15 great messy play ideas for under 2's As messy play offers children many learning opportunities it is important that children are offered this on a regular basis if not daily. As many of us have experienced messy play can get very messy, therefore, some people are reluctant to offer messy play because of the mess it can … [Read more...] about 15 messy play ideas for under 2’s

How to incorporate mark making into all areas of your continuous provision. Some settings create a well-resourced mark making area and think that this is sufficient enough in helping develop children's early writing skills. To expand opportunities further, it is important practitioners use their skilful knowledge and look where else mark … [Read more...] about Incorporating mark making into all areas

10 Letter and sounds activities to use in your setting Many people are still confused as to how they should be teaching children letters and sounds. Practitioners need to understand that they don't have to necessarily teach children about these. Within the learning environment, there should be a balance of child led opportunities as well as adult … [Read more...] about 10 great Letters and Sounds activities

Modern pedagogy has introduced natural resources into the learning environment, replacing colourful plastic toys. However how does this trend support children's development? Using senses Wooden and natural resources encourage creativity and imagination in young children. Plastic toys can often only be used for their purpose and can restrict … [Read more...] about Are natural resources better than plastic toys?