As adults, we can appreciate that the natural outdoor environment is now more important than ever in children’s lives, we acknowledge the many health benefits of being outdoors but we must also recognise the benefits for children’s play, learning and sense of well-being. During this phase of reopening, services have been looking at new ways to enhance and develop their outdoor space with the intention of maximising the time children spend outdoors. With this in mind, the video and information included in this resource aims to provide your service with some useful guidance and practical tips as you plan and reflect on the possibilities for your outdoor environment. .
To view the Outdoor Play and Learning Environment Presentation – “Thinking outside the box’ please click the image below:
Please see below Galway Childcare Services videos of their outdoor areas, to view please click on the images:
New Adventures Outdoor Preschool
Muddy Boots Outdoor Preschool & Afterschool
To view the Outdoor Play and Learning Environment Presentation – “Thinking outside the box’ please click the image below:
Please see below Galway Childcare Services videos of their outdoor areas, to view please click on the images:
New Adventures Outdoor Preschool
Muddy Boots Outdoor Preschool & Afterschool
Contact details for Galway Childcare Committee Staff
First 5: Guidance for reopening of childcare services
Childminding Re-Opening Grant & CMDG