While the children are not in nursery during the six-week holidays I am reviewing the learning environment to make sure that we have enough 'soft spaces'. Back in the spring I conducted an environment ratings scales (ECERS) audit and one possible improvement identified was areas for relaxation and comfort. I felt it was essential to make sure that the children have a place to go where they can chat, chill out or look quietly at a book.
We have decided that one area of our nursery will now be furnished with neutral coloured cushions and throws and also voile to soften the area. I hope this will be a place where children will feel relaxed and able to chat with friends or have a little sleep.
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