3-5's & Garden
A warm, nurturing and homely environment where children feel safe, respected and included
Our 3-5 Room
Our 3-5 room is a warm, nurturing and homely environment where children feel safe, respected and included. We provide a calm and welcoming space that supports children to grow in confidence, independence and self-expression.
Learning is play-based and child-led with activities thoughtfully planned around each child's interests and developmental stage. Children are encouraged to explore, make choices and lead their own learning, supported by caring and attentive staff.
Strong, positive relationships are at the heart of our room. The 3-5 room staff work closely with children and families, building trusting relationships with parents and carers to ensure every child feels supported, understood and included.
Safe & Respected
A warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, respected and included
Child-Led Learning
Activities thoughtfully planned around each child's interests and developmental stage
Self-Expression
Encouraged to explore, make choices and lead their own learning journey
What We Offer
My World Documents
'Named Person' Keyworker Scheme
SHANARRI/GIRFEC Framework
Play-based and child-led learning
Strong positive relationships with families
Confidence and independence building
Learning Through Play
Our carefully planned provocations and tuff trays inspire curiosity, creativity and hands-on exploration
Seasonal Sensory Exploration
Our autumn exploration table encourages children to investigate natural materials like pine cones, vegetables, leaves and seasonal items. Through touch, observation and investigation, children develop their understanding of the world around them.
Themed Tuff Trays
Engaging sensory play with themed provocations like our penguin arctic exploration, promoting imaginative play and fine motor skills.
Natural Materials
Beautiful displays of shells, wood and natural treasures inspire creativity and develop children's appreciation for the natural world.
Creative Expression
Children's artwork is proudly displayed, celebrating their creativity and building confidence in their abilities.
Investigative Learning
Children explore different materials and textures to create fireworks art, learning through experimentation and discovery.
Our Spacious Garden
Playspaces Arbroath boasts a spacious and enclosed outdoor space, promoting the children's natural curiosity and desire to explore freely.
We use the outdoor space as another play and learning environment, ensuring there are provocations on offer based on the children's interests and needs.
This natural classroom encourages children to get creative, investigate opportunities to be collaborative and engaged, maximising the positive experience children are having within the setting.
