Coastlines, rivers and natural waters have a huge amount to offer young children, providing a unique environment for their learning and development. The environment and its almost daunting size touches something deep within the children and – surprisingly – the large space brings them closer together. This book provides a comprehensive guide to Natural Water School provision by exploring its special pedagogy, the organisation and management of the Water School session and discussing the learning environment and its implications for children’s wellbeing and development. It clearly explains the key principles of this recently developed, contemporary approach and sets out a framework for setting up and leading a Natural Water School programme. The book shows how the aims and outcomes of early years education, including the Early Years Foundation Stage can all be achieved within the Natural Water School environment and is supported by examples and case studies throughout. Full of practical suggestions and activities, it includes:
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Judit is the manager of Olympus KeyMed Day Nursery in Southend-on-Sea. She has a background in Early Years education with expertise in Play work and the Forest School movement.
Judit has written many articles for EYE magazine, Practical Preschool and Teach Nursery magazine. Many of her recipes have been published in Cupcake Heaven Magazine, and her baking
