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K17 The elements and characteristics of a wide range of enabling environments

This video produced by TTS Resources looks at ‘Emotionally secure learning environments with Olivia Kirkby’, asking how do we create safe, secure and cosy places for play-based learning and why is the emotional environment so integral to children’s learning and development in the Early Years?

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This page from the Birth to 5 Matters website contains ‘Learning environment resources’ available for you to develop your knowledge.
‘Creating a mathematical environment’ on the Phillipa Hines Consultancy website looks at some of the different areas in a setting where mathematical learning opportunities can occur.
This article from Fennies Nurseries is titled ‘What is a language rich environment? Tips on how to create one in EYFS’. Read the article and make notes on anything you might want to try, with permission, in your environment.
This article on the Community playthings article examines ‘Accessible environments for children with SEND’.
The physical environment is extremely important as it supports and enhances the quality of the teaching and learning as well as playing an important part in the engagement and self-esteem of pupils of all ages and abilities.