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Outdoor Play in our Welwyn Garden City Nursery

Some of the best learning is done outside. That’s why our newly renovated outdoor play area is such an important part of each child’s experience here at 4Kidz Childcare. Our approach to outdoor learning gives children opportunities to explore, play, discover and develop new skills in the fresh air.

Outdoor play is an important part of everyday life at 4Kidz. Rather than just being somewhere to let off steam, our outdoor spaces provide another environment for learning, helping children build confidence, independence and curiosity through experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development.

Learning Through Outdoor Play

Children naturally learn through exploring the world around them. Outdoor environments give them the freedom to move, investigate and experience things that simply aren’t possible indoors.

From active play and physical challenges to discovering nature, imaginative games and creative activities, our team uses outdoor experiences here in our nursery to support children’s learning and development.

Time outside can help children develop their gross motor skills, coordination and balance while encouraging them to become more confident in what their bodies can do. Playing alongside other children also creates opportunities to practice communication, cooperation, problem-solving and turn-taking.

Most importantly, we want children to enjoy being outdoors and develop positive associations with movement, nature and exploration from an early age.

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The Benefits of Outdoor Learning for Children

Regular access to outdoor play can support many different areas of early development. It provides opportunities for children to:

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Develop balance, coordination and physical confidence

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Explore nature and their surroundings

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Use their imagination through open-ended play

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Develop social and communication skills

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Build independence and resilience

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Experience different textures, sounds, sights and environments

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Enjoy fresh air, movement and active play

Outdoor Learning and the EYFS

Outdoor play is an important part of early years education. In line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), children who attend our Gosling nursery are given opportunities to learn, explore and be active outdoors.

Our outdoor experiences complement learning inside the nursery, giving children opportunities to develop their physical skills, investigate the natural world, build confidence and independence, and learn through play.

By combining indoor and outdoor experiences, we can provide children with a varied environment where they have different ways to learn, play and express themselves.

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Book a Nursery Tour

If you’re looking for a nursery in Welwyn Garden City where outdoor play and exploration form an important part of children’s experiences, we’d love to show you around 4Kidz Childcare.

Get in touch with our team to arrange a visit and discover more about our nursery, outdoor learning opportunities and childcare places here in Welwyn Garden City.