Regardless of the physical space available, an effective creative learning environment is a stimulating and engaging space with lots of opportunities for babies and young children. They can access this environment to explore, experiment and engage creatively in their own learning. The space supports and encourages children's collaborative development of ideas, and the resources and activities allow children to engage with the unfamiliar as well as the familiar.
MAKING USE OF SPACE
'Early years settings need distinctive and attractive spaces that support children's creativity, giving them freedom to make, move, investigate, reflect and play' (Arts Council, England 2005)
Well-organised settings allow good use of space and easy access to resources. Children need to know where and how resources are stored so they can select, use and return as required.
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