Early Years

Earth Day is the perfect chance to help children connect with nature through simple, hands‑on activities. From creative crafts to sensory play and outdoor exploration, these ideas make it easy to spark curiosity, build environmental awareness, and inspire individuals to care for our planet.

Helen brings over 30 years of teaching experience in primary education, having been an EYFS leader and Assistant Head. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and wisdom gained on early years education and child centred learning. 

Easter is the perfect time to bring colour, creativity and a little seasonal magic into your classroom, nursery or home. Whether you’re looking for simple, low‑prep activities or eye-catching crafts to proudly display on your walls, these Easter-inspired ideas are designed to spark imagination and encourage hands‑on learning.

Some of the simplest and most magical ways to nurture this scientific thinking is through nature walks, messy play, potion making and simple experiments like Sink or Float, and making bubbles.

One of the best ways to maximise outdoor space is through clear but flexible zoning. Rather than viewing the outdoor area as one open, multi-use space, zoning allows educators to intentionally design areas that support different types of play, learning, and interaction.

Outdoor learning doesn’t need to stop the minute clouds roll in or the first raindrops fall. At Landscapes For Learning, every piece of outdoor furniture is built to survive all seasons, from frosty winter mornings to rain-soaked afternoons and sun-filled summer days. Durability is a given, but great outdoor learning goes beyond simply standing up to the elements.

 In this edition of The Spotlight, we’re shining a light on one of our most enchanting sensory resources. Meet the Luminous Hexagon Shakers: a beautifully designed set of six chunky wooden shakers.

Outdoor learning is no longer an optional extra it is a vital extension of the classroom. When designed with purpose, even the smallest outdoor space can support meaningful learning, physical development, wellbeing, and creativity across the curriculum.

Ramadan is a very special time of year for Muslims around the world. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar and is the month in which the Qur'an began to be revealed.

Welcome back to our latest edition of The Spotlight, where we highlight innovative resources that bring learning to life. In this edition, we’re shining a light on a truly versatile outdoor learning essential, our Chalkboard Building Blocks.