The recently re-designed outdoor facility incorporates 4 individual areas. It has been designed to allow children of all ages access to the extensive outdoor area. All of the equipment, slides, bikes, climbing frames and agility set, have been chosen to encourage children to play, develop their minds and learn about their physical abilities.

The first area is specifically designed for our Little Tootsies, 0 - 18 months, an enclosed secure area laid to a soft play surface. Incorporating age recommended play equipment, sand and water play unit, slides, playhouse, rockers, walkers and ride on trucks. The second area is a sensory area for quiet times. Benches and seating offer the children an opportunity to enjoy reading and snack time outside.

An ideal place to learn new songs and chat about the days activities. Incorporated in this area is our planting area. The children enjoy planting vegetables, herbs and flowers in both large containers and individual pots. All the children enjoy caring and watching their plants grow and develop. The third area is the physical development area, comprising of a climbing frame, balancing beam, stepping stones, covered sand-pit, wooden fort, slide and see-saw. The children are able to access this area under supervision and with the help of staff.

The final area comprises an open section where the children can enjoy extensive play including running games, bike riding, ball activities, parachute, water or sand play.

The garden area is a very important part of stimulated play and it is great to see that it is used regularly"