How can indoor and outdoor spaces ensure children are not always dependent on adults?

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Started by Vicky Howard · Mon, 23 Mar 2015 · 2:28 PM · 2 replies · 8,302 views

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Vicky Howard Original Post ⏱ Mon, 23 Mar 2015 · 2:28 PM ·💬 2 posts
NQS, Element 3.1.1 requires that environments support learning. How can indoor and outdoor spaces ensure children are not always dependent on adults?

Can anyone point me in the right direction to answer this question?

My answer so far includes children having access to toilets and hand washing facilities. That furniture and equipment is age appropriate to minimise accidents and engage children.

All help appreciated.

Thanks Vicky
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Lorina ⏱ Tue, 24 Mar 2015 · 6:10 AM ·Founder ·💬 14,530 posts
That's a great start! Some other ideas include:

- having activities on low shelves for child to pick and choose
- putting photos of toys/activities on baskets/shelves and containers so children know where to put things back
- having a jug of water and cups available to the children throughout the day
- offering activities that are stimulating and challenging for children
- add images of behaviour that is expected from the children around the room

Hope this helps,

:geek:,
Lorina
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Vicky Howard ⏱ Tue, 24 Mar 2015 · 9:58 AM ·💬 2 posts
Thank you Lorina
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