Coming soon ... loose parts in the Early Years outdoor learning space

Early Years Outdoor Learning Space - loose parts

What are loose parts? 

Loose parts are natural or synthetic found, bought or upcycled materials that children can move, manipulate, control and change within their play.

Alluring, captivating loose parts capture children’s curiosity, give free reign to their imagination and motivate learning.

During Semester 2 we  plan to develop the loose parts component of the outdoor learning space at LNPS.

This involves:

• dedicated storage (relocated shipping container)
• sourcing and curating creative resources
• carrying out risk/benefit assessments
• involvement by all parties - students, staff, school community including Governing Council and parents

Early Years students will have input  with design and inspiration for loose part play at a class level 

and be represented on the Loose Parts Planning Team. We are also looking for members of the school community who are willing to join the Loose Parts Planning Team to:

engage in reconnaissance  and inquire about possibilities

source and curate materials

promote the loose parts concept to the LNPS community

Please contact Rosemary Saxon regarding interest and availability 

rosemary.mcleansaxon475@schools.sa.edu.au