Outdoor Play | Green Bean Collection

Outdoor Play is play that takes place outside and includes concepts of risky play and nature play. Outdoor play is the umbrella term that assumes the above definition of play and takes place in a very broad continuum of spaces that include urban, rural, suburban, and wilderness settings.

Children playing reduces disruptive behaviour and encourages better concentration. You can even incorporate educational activities into the play area including outdoor maths games and more.

​Play improves the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children and young people. Through play, children learn about the world and themselves. They also learn skills they need for study, work and relationships such as: confidence.

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Playing outdoors allows children to develop self-confidence, independence and self-esteem. They also become aware of limits, boundaries and challenge in their play. When children are used to playing outdoors, they are more likely to: try new activities.

5 Benefits of Being Outdoors

• It helps you relax. Whether you're stressed, anxious or angry, spending time outdoors is a simple, yet effective, mood booster. ...
• It exercises your body. ...
• It boosts your immune system. ...
• It improves your focus. ...
• It's a chance to be social.

The EYFS recognises the importance of outdoor learning and states that young children must have access to outdoor spaces. Outdoor learning plays a crucial role in helping children make sense of the world and grasp the basic concepts of science

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