Following up from yesterday’s post we would like to share the main areas of risky play.

Rapid speeds- swinging or riding something with wheels especially downhill as it involves more risk.

Dangerous tools- knives, saws, drills, hammers. Having control over something that is potentially dangerous

Dangerous elements- fire or deep bodies of water

Rough and tumble- being chased or in the underdog position in rough and tumble as it's harder to overcome this being more of a risk

Great heights- climbing and jumping from heights

Disappearing or getting lost- hide and seek or den building, the 'they can't see me' feeling

Why do we encourage risky play? It is a key component for development and also allows children to push boundaries and experience achievement and failure in a safe and secure setting. It's fun so children will spend long periods of time actively engaged. It builds upon skills such as resilience, determination, grit, persistence, critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity.

Risky play is developed over time and with the children setting their own boundaries. Educators are attuned to each individual child's 'discomfort' zone and are on hand to offer support always. We understand that risky play takes time so allow for long elongated play so the children can engage in risky play safely.

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