Engaging environments: how to set up, present and enhance learning

• Ideal for practitioners looking to enhance their indoor learning environments.

A well-designed learning environment acts as a "third teacher," inspiring children to explore, learn, and become independent. This course shows you how thoughtful layouts, resources, and presentation can make a lasting impact on children's learning and development.

• Identify the key features of an effective early years learning environment
• Present activities and resources in an engaging and purposeful way
• Recognise the difference between effective and ineffective activity setups
• Use resources intentionally to maximise children's learning opportunities
• Create environments that promote independence, engagement, and curiosity
• Evaluate your current provision and identify practical improvements

1. 1Creating Effective Learning Environments
2. 2Purposeful Activity Presentation
3. 3Strong vs Weak Activity Setups
4. 4Using Resources with Purpose
5. 5Building Engagement and Independence
6. 6Evaluating and Enhancing Your Setting