Free EYFS Outdoor Role Play Planning Guide Get our ready-to-use planning guide, perfect for nursery practitioners! Download Free ↓ Children are natural explorers. Give them a bit of fresh air and open space, and something magical happens, their imaginations run wild, friendships form, and real learning begins without them even realising it. For nurseries and
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If you’ve ever watched children deeply engaged in role play—running a shop, caring for animals, or serving food in a café—you’ll know just how powerful it can be. What might look like simple play…is actually packed full of learning opportunities. In Early Years settings, where engagement, communication and development are key, role play is one
If you’ve ever taken your child to a playgroup or soft play and found they lose interest quickly… you’re definitely not alone. Many young children don’t just want to play, they want to be something A vet. A shopkeeper. A firefighter. A café owner. That’s where role play comes in, and why it can be
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Home education gives families the freedom to learn in ways that truly suit their children. One of the most powerful, and often underestimated, ways children learn is through role play. From running a pretend café to caring for sick teddy bears, role play transforms learning into an immersive experience where children explore, experiment, and make
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Supporting children’s mental health through EYFS role play is a key part of Early Years practice, helping children explore emotions, build confidence, and develop emotional understanding through play. For nurseries and schools in Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield and the surrounding areas, this is best supported through play-based, child-led learning in line with the Early Years
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The Little Village of Imagination has been awarded ICAP’s highest quality assurance rating – Three Gold Kites – recognising exceptional standards in safeguarding, inclusivity and play.
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While watching Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, I realised just how powerful imaginative play really is. At The Little Village of Imagination, we see that same creativity and curiosity every day — in our themed role play parties, school sessions, and magical play experiences for children.
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