Summer play – Playgroup

As some playgroup venues close over summer, why not invite your playgroup families to meet in the great outdoors instead?! A change in playgroup environment can stimulate new play ideas and be an exciting change.

Did you know?

Children who play with others in nature have improved imagination and collaboration skills. They can swap ideas or inspire others with their creativity while constructing items out of natural objects.

Add language

Try adding some new songs to your playgroup’s music time that include things they’ve seen in their new surroundings e.g. “Five little ducks”, “Three jellyfish”, “Five little speckled frogs”.

Variations

The playgroup could decide to take some photos of their adventures which can be used later in the year to make into books or collages to be used as prompts to help children remember what they did and share it with others.

Safety

Remember to always supervise children, especially around water, and be sun smart when playing outdoors.

Across the ages

All the activities listed on our “Play Ideas” page can be applied across different age groups. Check out Summer play for babies, toddlers and children.

Activities listed under “playgroup” are suitable for groups of children of various ages. They provide opportunities for early learning and social play.