Page 4 - Our Play Curriculum

LOOSE PARTS– Being able to play with things in a variety of ways as well as having

numerous variables in the play setting is invaluable to children in terms of their imagination
and creativity. Being given the time, space and resources to play with whatever and however

the child wants to (resources can include staff, rope, sticks, tables, chairs, weird and wonderful

objects). Staff sometimes say that they feel like a bit of a spare part when the children do not
want to play with them, just remember you are a loose part, not a spare part. This sort of play

helps the child to take control over their play and builds confidence and self-esteem.