Outdoor Learning is currently one of the safest and healthiest ways for your child to attend early childhood education and the best way to reduce potential illness in the early learning environment.
At Nature Kids we have a huge outdoor environment that is ALWAYS available for the children. We encourage children playing outdoors in all weathers. There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing.
Along with our Philosophy 'Let nature be your teacher' we believe being outside is so healthy for our tamariki and kaiako. Breathing in fresh air and having lots of space to play with their friends. Indoor spaces can be small and restricting. They have their place but being able to access the outdoors whenever you want to is so important to healthy development.
Why outdoor play is important
Unstructured physical activity improves the health of your child. It reduces the chances of getting sick and reduces the likelihood of obesity and weight-related health concerns . Outdoor play also improves mental health as a result of physical activity.
Improvements to sleep, mood and social skills
Unstructured physical activity during the day also helps children sleep better at night. It can increase concentration and improve mood the next day. Perhaps the greatest health benefit is in a child’s ability to learn how to engage with others while having fun.
The health benefits of being outdoors are numerous and include:
At Nature Kids we have a huge outdoor environment that is ALWAYS available for the children. We encourage children playing outdoors in all weathers. There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing.
Along with our Philosophy 'Let nature be your teacher' we believe being outside is so healthy for our tamariki and kaiako. Breathing in fresh air and having lots of space to play with their friends. Indoor spaces can be small and restricting. They have their place but being able to access the outdoors whenever you want to is so important to healthy development.
Why outdoor play is important
Unstructured physical activity improves the health of your child. It reduces the chances of getting sick and reduces the likelihood of obesity and weight-related health concerns . Outdoor play also improves mental health as a result of physical activity.
Improvements to sleep, mood and social skills
Unstructured physical activity during the day also helps children sleep better at night. It can increase concentration and improve mood the next day. Perhaps the greatest health benefit is in a child’s ability to learn how to engage with others while having fun.
The health benefits of being outdoors are numerous and include:
- a reduced risk of getting sick being in fresh open air.
- Vitamin D from sunlight is vital for a healthy immune system which protects your body from getting sick.
- Improved mental health, reduced stress levels, better moods, improved sense of well-being and concentration.
- Children sleep better at night due to unstructured physical activity during the day.
- increased activity levels, and greater freedom to run, jump, and climb;
- enhanced opportunities to learn social skills, overcome fears, and develop a lifelong connection with nature.
