Getting started with learning through risk

What does learning through risk mean and what are the benefits? Learning through risk can come in many guises. From children using scissors, and climbing trees to riding a bike, all are activities that include an element of risk. Although we can sometimes be cautious about adding an element of risk into learning, it’s about…

13 February 2023

Ellen Sandseter Outdoor Podcast Series 1

Episode 8: Adopting a relaxed approach to risk-taking in the Early Years with Ellen Sandseter

Throughout this episode, Ellen Sandseter, researcher and expert in Children’s Risky Play, shares practical tips and guidance for adopting a more relaxed approach to children’s risk-taking in the Early Years. Reflective practice Have you ever considered taking your next staff meeting outdoors to immerse yourself in some of those thrill-seeking adventures our children are encouraged to…

7 February 2023

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Meet Podcast Guest: Mel McCree

Mel is a Senior Lecturer within Early Childhood Studies. She leads modules in Children’s Voices (rights and justice), Play and Playfulness, and Research in Early Childhood. Mel joined Bath Spa in 2018, previously working as a senior researcher and lecturer at UWE and Plymouth University. She has experience as a mentor, trainer, creative outdoor practitioner,…

2 February 2023

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6 ways to use Creative Construction Crates

In this article, we share 6 ways to use the TTS Creative Construction Creates in your setting. The Creative Crates are perfect for motor skills, collaborative play, language development, and so much more. 1. Become an architect! Construct and create a den! Children will enjoy building their own creations by stacking the crates neatly on top…

2 February 2023

Ellen Sandseter Outdoor Podcast Series 1

Episode 7: How our understanding of risk is changing with Ellen Sandseter

Throughout this episode, Ellen Sandseter, researcher and expert in Children’s Risky Play, explores how approaches to learning through risk have changed over time (and are still evolving) and what this means in terms of effective learning for children. Alistair and Ellen encourage practitioners not to fear challenging what they might usually consider being seen as ‘too…

31 January 2023

Ellen Sandseter Outdoor Podcast Series 1

Episode 6: The benefits of risk-taking in the Early Years with Ellen Sandseter

Throughout this episode, Ellen Sandseter, researcher and expert in Children’s Risky Play, talks about the fundamental benefits of learning through risk in early childhood and why practitioners must also not be afraid to take a little bit of risk in their practice too. Ellen breaks this down into two parts, looking at the subjective experiences and…

26 January 2023

Ellen Sandseter Outdoor Podcast Series 1

Episode 5: An Introduction to learning through risk with Ellen Sandseter

How much risk is too much risk? Throughout this episode, Ellen Sandseter, researcher and expert in Children’s Risky Play, introduces the concept of learning through risk, also referred to as Risky Play, in early childhood. Alistair and Ellen delve into the benefits of creating open-ended outdoor spaces that allow and encourage children to explore the risks they…

18 January 2023

Early Years Podcast TTS

Making the most of your outdoor environment

A well-planned outdoor environment will become an essential part of your setting and can be used across the curriculum and in every season. The benefits of outdoor play All children benefit from access to outdoor play and learning opportunities. In addition to the educational value of nature-based programming are the health benefits of getting outdoors. Some…

11 January 2023

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Episode 4: Bringing the outdoors into all areas of learning with Sue Asquith

Throughout episode 4, Alistair Bryce-Clegg, and International Educational Consultant Sue Asquith, talk about the value of using outdoor spaces in all areas of learning across the Early Years framework. Sue and Alistair share practical ways to incorporate all areas of learning into your outdoor spaces to support children’s learning and development. From PSED and physical development…

11 January 2023

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Meet our Outdoor Spaces Webinar panellist: Catriona Woodward

Catriona is a passionate educator, committed to creativity, innovation and learning through the world around us. She started her career as an educator in the UK, receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University of Plymouth and her PGCE from Goldsmiths, University of London. Since then, Catriona has held a range of leadership…

9 January 2023

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