OUT TO PLAY
Guidance for creating outdoor play experiences in early learning and childcareOUTTO PLAYii CONTENTSSECTION 01 1Ministerial Foreword 1Chief Executive Foreword Inspiring Scotland 3Chief Executive Foreword Care Inspectorate 4SECTION 02 Vision Children s Rights Benefits National Position Statement on Outdoor play and Learning 7SECTION 03 Who this guide is for Different types of early learning and childcare settings 10SECTION 04 Identifying your space Buying land what to consider Renting land what to consider Gaining permission to use land what to consider Getting to Know Your Patch Environment Your insurance needs 23SECTION 05 Achieving a high quality learning environment Going Out There Scottish Framework for Off-site Visits Providing shelter Boundaries Handwashing Toileting Sleep and Rest Clothing and kit Utilities Acquiring capital equipment Adverse weather and contingency planning Risk/benefit assessment 47SECTION 06 Integrating care, play , fun and learning Settling into the outdoors Food and water Environment Encountering wildlife Birds and animals Protected species a
recreational activities appropriate to the age of the child and to participate freely in cultural life. In Scotland, the Government has enshrined children’s right to play outdoors every day in its national Health and Social Care Standards – As a child, I play outdoors every day and regularly explore a natural environment (HSCS 1.32)
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