Playtimes at Cubbington

We are busy researching ways that we can improve our children’s playtime experience. Play is vital for children's development, benefiting social skills, creativity, brain development, emotional resilience, physical growth, confidence, and learning.

We are looking to create an environment on our playgrounds where children are given the opportunity to "free play." This involves providing diverse opportunities and allowing children to take control, use their imagination, and direct their own activities.

By providing an environment whereby children are given the opportunity to “free play”, we believe that children will:

1.Be encouraged to use their imagination, problem solving and innovation;

2.Be more active and engaged in their play;

3.Learn how to work collaboratively and how to manage disputes;

4.Be happier, experience less anxiety and an overall benefit to their mental health.

5.Learn to identify and manage risks.

To help us with this, we are starting to look for everyday loose items that we need to enhance the children’s creativity.  The items we are looking for will encourage construction, imaginative play and collaboration.

From 24th February 2025, we will be opening up our field for play all year round. This will give the children the opportunity to explore more of our school grounds and to enjoy the benefits that nature has to offer. To help with this, we are asking all parents to send their child in to school with a pair of wellies - to help feet stay dry and shoes stay clean!