Autism Awareness Day: Creating Inclusive Learning Environments
In advance of Autism Awareness Day on 2nd April, we look at how schools can create autism-friendly learning environments so that all children can thrive.
Creating Outdoor SEN Provision on a Budget
Creating meaningful outdoor SEN provision does not have to mean a complete playground transformation or a significant capital spend. We know that many schools want to strengthen their inclusive practice outdoors but are navigating tight budgets and competing priorities.
How the SEND Reform White Paper 2026 Supports Play, Learning, and Inclusive Education
A summary of how the government's White Paper recommendations could translate to your playground development needs.
How Can I Use Sensory Play to Support Learning Outdoors?
In this blog we’ll explore why sensory experiences matter, how they support learning and development, and share practical outdoor sensory learning ideas you can use right away in your own outdoor space.
World Book Day Activities for Teachers: Creative and Inspiring Classroom Ideas
World Book Day is a celebration of stories, imagination, and the power of reading. Whether you're a teacher, parent, librarian, or book lover, it’s the perfect opportunity to inspire a lifelong love of books in children and adults alike.
How to Create Science and Maths opportunities in your playground
Recent years have seen a growing interest from schools and educators in building a strong, creative approach to Science and Maths which can be applied across the curriculum. This comes with an increased focus on exploration, problem solving, and practical activities to bring more depth of understanding to the learning achieved in lessons teaching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths) subjects.
Outdoor Learning and Children’s Mental Health
Over recent years, we’ve seen an increasing amount of reported mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, and not just in adults.
How Outdoor Play Supports Children’s Mental Health
When we talk about child development, mental health sits right at the heart of it. For parents, teachers and school leaders across the UK, supporting children’s emotional wellbeing is more important than ever.
How Outdoor Play Supports Physical Literacy in the Early Years
Physical literacy plays a vital role in children’s early development. It underpins how children move, explore their environment and build confidence in their physical abilities.