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A Creative, Accessible, DIY Wildlife Garden

Jan 8, 2023 | Community Involvement, Gardening

Occasionally you come across a place where you can see a labour of love has happened. Many years ago the RSPB Mersehead Reserve had accessible wildlife garden. It was not a showy or pristine place. Functionality ruled. However there were subtle touches here and then...

Wild about this space

Mar 10, 2012 | Developing School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces, Nature Play & Learning

One of many advantages of repeated visits to a place is the development of an affinity or connection with it. Familiarity provides security amidst change and chaos. Since October, two of my classes have been visiting a unique and remarkable place. It’s in the...

Amazing Mazes in School Grounds

Feb 29, 2012 | Developing School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces, Play Resources, RME Outdoors

Children love mazes. Whenever I undertook consultations with children about what they like to do, the idea of having a maze in the school grounds really appealed to them. One school I worked with ran a competition for a maze mural, and the children created this...

The Story of Fred the Ted

Oct 11, 2011 | Literacy Outdoors

Many educators who work with children with additional support needs have a very real and genuine fear of children running off when undertaking outdoor activities. From the outset, I decided this was not going to deter me from letting children explore the grounds. I...