Outdoor play is a cornerstone of quality early years provision — recommended by Development Matters and essential for supporting all seven areas of learning in the EYFS. This course covers all aspects of outdoor play, from its importance for child development to practical strategies for creating rich outdoor experiences across physical play, constructive play, and investigating the world.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the importance of outdoor play in children’s early development
- Know what the EYFS curriculum says about outdoor play and learning
- Apply the key principles of effective outdoor play practice
- Overcome common challenges and barriers to accessing the outdoor environment
- Use outdoor play to support all areas of Development Matters
- Use outdoor play to support all areas of the Characteristics of Effective Learning (CoEL)
Who it’s for
Early years practitioners and room leaders who want to maximise the impact of outdoor play and make it a truly purposeful part of their provision.
What’s included
- NFAQ-accredited completion certificate
- Evidence for compliance & Ofsted audit
- Media-rich learning with voiceovers
- Learn on any device, at your own pace
Accredited by NFAQAll of our courses carry NFAQ accreditation, giving you recognised evidence of completion for compliance and Ofsted audit.
Training a whole team?
Buy multiple licences, or give every member of staff unlimited access with the Training Portal from £5 per learner.
