::: irresistible room set ups
Over the years we’ve set our room up in many different and interesting ways.
Big changes are made before the children start the year however despite this, we try not to change the look so much that the children returning from last year don’t recognise the place.
The children’s lockers are kept in the same place each year and although the activities may be in a slightly different space we always have our core play stations such as the invention table, writing area, puzzles, library, snack table, block play, sensory play, creative activities and lots and lots of dramatic and imaginary play areas. Changes made throughout the year are more of an extension to the play space than a total change.
By adding things like umbrellas and hanging curtains …
or netting …
we can enhance the look of the area …
and create lovely little play spaces …
where one …
or a group of children can play.
Children love private, cosy places to play so positioning trolleys on angles is great for creating little cubby effects …
and quiet out of the way spots.
Low partitions are also a great idea .
Don’t forget to use the top of the block trolley as a play surface.
It’s the ideas size and height for imaginary play!
Including plenty of natural materials to the play area is really important…
and positioning the play on low surfaces …
including the floor is ideal.
By simply brightening up a wall with seasonal and interesting pictures we are able to create some really irresistible visual areas …
while large posters …
and murals …
are wonderful enhancements!
::: make it irresistible
One thing we don’t do is create clutter!!!! The kindergarten room is already full of stimulation with adults and children forever creating noise and being constantly on the move, so something you’ll notice about our room is that we don’t clutter it up with lots and lots of unnecessary stuff hanging from windows walls and ceilings.
While striving to create an exciting, irresistible space which reflects a friendly and inviting atmosphere we believe it is very important to leave areas free from distraction … places where the children can rest their eyes, and their minds!!!
Tags: curtains, fabric, partitions, quiet areas, room set ups, umbrellas
I love the peek into your room – and with a grant for furniture to spend I am looking for some sources of some items – esp the nice big round table, red top, that you have – was it purchased recently? I like the modular nature of the half moon tables too …
::: Louise we bought the red table about 7 or 8 years ago. They were from Melbourne but we’ll have to look into the supplier for you. The 1/2 moon tables are huge … we wouldn’t recommend them unless you have a lot of space. They did however come from the same supplier.
Thanks for that.
::: You’re welcome Louise.
It’s lovely to look into such an inviting room with lots of little areas for children to explore. Well done. Making me getting excited about setting up the new room for the new year. I really like the floor boxes with angled sides I love things on the floor!
Thanks Again Nicole
::: Thanks Nicole it really is a lovely room and the beginning of the year is such an exciting time!
