September 2024

The children love the new play opportunities that have been developed over the summer.  Our giant ball pit is a huge hit.  The outdoor kitchen is a hub of activity at lunchtime and we have children of all ages digging and creating in our construction area.

October 2024 - Loose parts

The children have been finding different ways to use loose parts such as: Wheeled boxes, plastic crates, bread trays, plastic lids, tyres, tarpaulin, plastic chairs and much more. The children have been using these materials to make dens, boats, cars and slides.

 

November 2024

The children have been busy making a bike track. The children are currently using trikes and balance bikes, sharing and taking turns using the trikes and bikes. 

December 2024

The children have made base shelters to shelter from the rain within the outdoor life area whilst they bake their mud pies. The children have been enjoying jumping in puddles throughout the rain in their wellington boots. The children used plastic items to make kites and wind streamers. 

January 2025

The children have swapped out their bikes and trikes for scooters. The children are enjoying scooting along and have become ever so confident scooter track. 

February 2025 Rough and Tumble 

In February we introduced rough and tumble to our children. This was demonstrated to the children in assembly with very clear rules of play. The children use pool noodles in this area and can also show off their gymnastics skills. This area is very popular with children. They have shown how fantastic they are at remembering the rules of play. 

March 2025 Dance area and quiet zones

The children have been having a great time showing off their dance skills and are enjoying dressing up and playing musical instruments. The children have been busy making tanks, cars and pirate ships within the den building area. They have also been very creative and use their den building skills to make hammocks. Don't take our word for it, look at the photos!

We were kindly donated two Kayaks, which have come out our playground. The children are using them in a calm and quiet area for reading.