Mar 18, 2017 | Community Involvement, Developing School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces, Early Years Outdoors
Several years ago I had the privilege of visiting Derwent Stepping Stones Nursery in Derby. The staff and directors had realised that their outdoor play provision was in need of attention and decided to do something about it. One of the challenges facing settings...
Mar 14, 2017 | Early Years Outdoors, Gardening
For schools and pre-school settings wishing to increase biodiversity within their school grounds or outdoor space, then planting a wide range plants, shrubs and trees that benefit different wildlife helps. Biodiversity literally means diversity of life. Native flora...
Feb 27, 2017 | Early Years Outdoors, Play Resources
It took me about four years to persuade Cosy to stock a particular type of VELCRO® fastener to provide a re-usable alternative to plastic cable ties. The stuff comes in a roll and you cut the lengths you need. It’s not like ordinary Velcro and is particularly useful...
Feb 13, 2017 | Developing School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces
Developing your school grounds or outdoor space is one of the most satisfying ways of increasing the amount of learning and play happening outdoors. To kickstart the process, it is a good idea to seek professional advice and do some reading on the subject. This blog...
Jan 15, 2017 | Technologies
In 2016 I spent a lot of time on the road. I’ve had the privilege of working in many different areas of Australia before visiting several international schools in Hong Kong. I was briefly back home before joining the Education Iceland study trip and conference....
