Exploring the outdoors with the early years foundation stage SL060 / AB02
Summary
Outdoor learning and play is widely acknowledged as being very beneficial to children’s early development. Taking children outdoors offers unique experiences to enhance their existing skills and knowledge and develop those important characteristics of effective learning. It offers them more opportunities to engage in a whole range of activities on a larger scale with no worries about noise levels, mess or space restrictions. Outdoor learning, being in the fresh air and space, have also been shown to have real positive impacts on children’s well being and development.
“All sessions gave me lots of ideas and helped me reflect on my current practice and plan to improve it through outdoor learning that is purposeful and engaging.” Previous participant
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Who is it for?
This course is for EYFS practitioners who are new to the EYFS or those who would like to develop their current provision for outdoor learning.
What topics are covered?
Outdoor learning through the EYFS framework
engaging activities to use with your children to support learning
ways to enhance continuous provision within the outdoors classroom
planning learning experiences that allow children to explore interactions with nature
How will you learn?
Immersive 1 day face to face CPD
How long is this course?
1 day
Who is the course leader?
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Jeannette Morgan
Jeannette is an experienced teacher, Advanced Skills Teacher, and STEM Learning Facilitator, who has taught across the primary age range for 26...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Identify and plan opportunities for the development of the outdoor classroom
- Gain an extended range of strategies to engage children with their immediate environment
- Access resources to support the EYFS curriculum whilst working outdoors
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Exploring the outdoors with the early years foundation stage | 06 March 2026 | 09:30-16:30 | Rye Harbour Discovery Centre |
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Cost
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£280.00 +VAT |
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| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£280.00 +VAT |
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Alternative dates
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD
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