Exploring the outdoors with the early years foundation stage STEM, Rye (06/03/26) Friday, 6th March 2026 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tutor: Jeannette Morgan

Outdoor learning and play is widely acknowledged as being very beneficial to children’s early development. Taking children outdoors offers unique experiences to enhance their existing skills and knowledge and develop those important characteristics of effective learning. It offers them more opportunities to engage in a whole range of activities on a larger scale with no worries about noise levels, mess or space restrictions. Outdoor learning, being in the fresh air and space, have also been shown to have real positive impacts on children’s well being and development.

“All sessions gave me lots of ideas and helped me reflect on my current practice and plan to improve it through outdoor learning that is purposeful and engaging.” Previous participant

You may also be interested in: Developing an understanding of STEM in EYFS, Developing an understanding of D&T in EYFS or Engaging practical science for EYFS

Who is it for?

This course is for EYFS practitioners who are new to the EYFS or those who would like to develop their current provision for outdoor learning.

What topics are covered?

Outdoor learning through the EYFS framework

engaging activities to use with your children to support learning

ways to enhance continuous provision within the outdoors classroom

planning learning experiences that allow children to explore interactions with nature

For more information and to book, please visit: 

Exploring the outdoors with the early years foundation stage | STEM



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