Outdoor Space for Early Childhood Education and Care

This document discusses the rationale behind choosing an outdoor space for early childhood education and care. It explores the benefits, considerations, and the role of educators in creating and utilizing outdoor learning spaces. The document also provides insights into the provision of spaces for different age groups, affordances for physical activity and engagement with nature, health and safety considerations, and inclusion of children with diverse abilities, gender, backgrounds, and interests. The key area of focus is the water play area, and the document explains the relevance of this area to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the role of educators in promoting children's learning in this area.