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Discover the wonders of nature at Cromdale Way Preschool. Our outdoor provisions include a large enclosed grass space and a purpose-built bedding area. Children can dig, play in our dinosaur land, plant vegetables, and explore our fairy garden.
Social and emotional growth
Gardening and outdoor play provide children with valuable opportunities to develop social skills, emotional resilience, and a sense of responsibility while fostering connections with nature and their peers.
Cognitive Development
Spending time outdoors and engaging in gardening activities can significantly enhance children's cognitive development by fostering creativity, problem-solving skills, and an understanding of nature.
The Natural world
Children thrive in outdoor learning environments where play encourages exploration and discovery of the natural world. Engaging with nature not only sparks their curiosity but also fosters essential skills such as problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. As they interact with their surroundings, children develop a deeper understanding of ecosystems, seasons, and biodiversity. This hands-on experience enriches their learning and nurtures a lifelong appreciation for the environment.
Learning through Play- The Great Outdoors
In the mystical area, children who play outdoors not only engage with the wonders of nature but also cultivate vital skills such as creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. Additionally, they enhance their motor skills and social development, fostering a stronger bond with their surroundings and building confidence in their abilities.
A small group of children were given a variety of resources to role play as builders. With builders blocks, sand, water, and tools, they transformed their outdoor area into a bustling construction site. As they worked together, they learned the importance of teamwork and communication, sharing ideas and solving problems. Through this imaginative play, the children developed skills in creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, all while having fun as they built their dream structures.
Providing children with crates and planks encourages creativity and imaginative play, allowing them to build,, and develop essential problem-solving skills. This hands-on play also enhances gross motor skills and fosters self-confidence as they navigate and conquer new challenges.