WILD BEARS OUTDOOR PLAYGROUP
Wild Bears Outdoor Playgroup is based in Kirk Hallam, Ilkeston and adopts the Forest School concept and ethos. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to play and explore in the natural world around them, to build their confidence and self esteem via hands on learning experiences that encourage supported risk taking.
ABOUT
How We Work
At Wild Bears Outdoor Playgroup, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming environment for all children. Our sessions incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child’s best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning. To find out more about us, keep reading or feel free to get in touch.
ENCOURAGE CHILDREN TO EXPLORE THE WORLD AROUND THEM TO ASSIST WITH A POSITIVE IMPACT ON PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH
From self esteem and motor development to social skills and creative expression, the children at Wild Bears Outdoor Playgroup are constantly being exposed to new activities and environments in which to thrive. We build on the strengths and interests of each child to help build a solid foundation where they can develop their futures. Get in touch to learn more about us.
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OUTDOOR PLAY
"The mud washes away but the memories last a lifetime"
We currently offer Outdoor Play sessions on a Tuesday and Thursday from 09.30-11.00.
We recommend from walking through to 5 years, some children may attend if they are close to walking but this will be at the parent/caregivers discretion following a conversation about the additional risks faced from more mobile children.
We like to switch up our Activities and have different themes each week that we rotate through. This allows the children to keep engaged and have something new to do each week which also helps develop new skills and build on developing skills.
Our sessions are very much tailored to the outdoor environment and often involve water, mud and other messy play activities. Please make sure your child and yourself are dressed in clothing you are happy to get messy and dirty and appropriate for the weather and type of play. In winter this may involve lots of layers, a puddle suit, wellies and warm wooly hat. In summer this may involve a swim suit/rash vest, sun protection Cream and a hat to protect from the sun. It is also a good idea to bring a towel and change of clothes, especially if you have a child who loves to get fully involved in the water and mud play, we've found sometimes a pubble suit isn't enough for the child who likes to sit in water.
We offer sessions all year round in all weather conditions so appropriate clothing is essential. We will only cancel if the weather is deemed a safety risk.