As the name suggests the children play. Play is a vital part of a child's development - physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. Play is how children learn about the world around them. The varied activities and structured type of play which playgroup offers encourage this development and learning.

PAINTING helps a child to learn to hold and control brushes etc.. to use colour and to express him/herself.

PUZZLES and TABLE TOYS encourage manipulation, hand-eye co-ordination and help with matching and sizing.

DOUGH allows a child to experiment with touch and feel, develops hand and arm movements and encourages creativity.

SAND and WATER give opportunities to experiment with weight and volume and to experience how these substances behave.

JUNK ART, CUT 'n STICK & CRAFT ACTIVITIES all provide for the use of scissors, glue, paper, card, brushes, colour, shapes and textures giving rise to creativity, self expression and great satisfaction.

PHYSICAL PLAY e.g. on climbing frame, slide, trikes, tunnel, etc. helps a child's co-ordination and balance. They can also develop social skills such as taking turns.

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