Dec 21, 2022 | Community Involvement, Health & Wellbeing, Whole School
Whenever there is snow, I’ve found myself jumping from one side of the fence to another over outdoor matters. I’ve had queries from schools and teachers who’ve received complaints from parents because they’ve allowed children outside when...
Dec 14, 2022 | Maths Outdoors
I am an eternal optimist and thus always hope that every winter we will get plenty of snow. It’s so versatile. There’s so many mathematical possibilities linked to snow. So have this blog post tucked away for seizing the moment when the soft stuff falls....
Dec 13, 2022 | Early Years Outdoors, Literacy Outdoors, Nature Play & Learning
As soon as snow and freezing temperatures are forecast, gather together resources and be prepared for some wonderful spontaneous mark making moments. Think big, think miniature, think imagination and sheer creative manipulative play! The intention of the suggestions...
Nov 22, 2022 | Early Years Outdoors, Play Resources, Science Outdoors, Technologies
Wind is about the movement of air. It’s the result of differences in air pressure. Air likes to move from areas of high pressure to low pressure. This can be demonstrated with a balloon. Inside a blown-up balloon are lots of molecules – many more than...
Oct 15, 2022 | Community Involvement, RME Outdoors, Whole School
Halloween is a day where dressing up and having fun outside is celebrated. The origins of this festival are a matter of debate but this article is a useful starting point for any teacher wishing to acknowledge the cultural or religious connections. It is connected to...