Psychology Behind Learning Through Play
We explore the psychological theories behind the simple notion of learning through play including health benefits, indoor vs outdoor and free play compared to guided play. Read the full article…
The Benefits Of Kinetic Playground Equipment
We explore the many benefits of kinetic playground equipment and look at how Early Years and Primary Education providers can use kinetic playground equipment in their outdoor learning environment to support their pupils’ physical development. Read the full article…
Playground Activities For Children With Dyspraxia
We explore the problems children with dyspraxia face and reveal playground activities that help develop gross motor skills in children with dyspraxia. Read the full article…
How To Create A Playground That Promotes Risks
Learn how to create a playground that promotes risks at your school and provide opportunities for children to experience age-appropriate risk safely outdoors. Children should be allowed to play freely and in adventuresome ways. Read the full article…
Why Choose Pentagon Play For Your Playground
Are you considering working with Pentagon Play to develop your playground? Download our guide to read all about the fantastic service Pentagon provides and learn why we are the trusted provider amongst schools and nurseries across the UK. Read the full article…
How Outdoor Play Improves Mental Health
Learn how outdoor play can improve children's mental health and wellbeing backed up with research and studies. It also includes top tips for improving outdoor learning in your playground. Read the full article…
Promoting Risks Outdoors in the Playground
Katherine Houghton from the Early Years Staffroom has written a guest blog discussing the importance of children taking risks outdoors and also reveals how a playground should be designed to promote safe risk taking. Read the full article…
Why Install a Daily Mile Track at Your School
We discuss how all school can benefit from the Daily Mile and why they should consider installing a designated track to further encourage children to participate. Read the full article…