by eopadmin | May 15, 2022 | Blog
Playgrounds in the past followed a set formula of steel and plastic with a slide and rubber soft fall. This offered little variety for children hungry to try a new challenge and adventure. Now playgrounds have ventured into new designs such as nature play, loose parts...
by eopadmin | May 8, 2022 | Blog
Recognition of local indigenous people and culture is an important element of playground design. Yarning circles, recognition of local species and artwork of the local natural environment all work together to create a sense of local identity for students. An...
by eopadmin | Apr 27, 2022 | Blog
During the structure of a busy school day educators look for opportunities for open-ended, imaginative play. This time gives students space to be creative, explore and put into practice the learnings of the day. It also provides time for rest and exercise. A well...
by eopadmin | Apr 14, 2022 | Blog
The Therapeutic Benefits of Nature Play Nature play is recognised for its therapeutic benefits. The contrast of stepping out of the built environment of the classroom to the open-ended, green, leafy space of nature provides students with the opportunity to relax. ...
by eopadmin | Apr 4, 2022 | Blog
The definition of the classroom is changing. There are many different formats beyond rows of desks including learning pods, small group work settings, lounge seating and the opening up of the classroom to integrate with outdoors. The use of outdoors for class time...
