Critically examine the indoor environment and explain how this space needs to work to be of maximum benefit to the child

[Ford771]

Hi,

I have this question as part of my assignment and was wondering if anyone could give me any pointers or good websites to look at: Critically examine the indoor environment and explain how this space needs to work to be of maximum benefit to the children in the setting. I understand you have to have sleep areas, enough room to move around and make it welcoming, safe, secure etc. I'm stuck on what else I can write as it needs to be in depth judging by the question.

I have just explain the benefits of the outdoor environment.

Thanks in advance

charlene

[misssparkles]

Hi, you seem to be along the right lines, I think you should use your own setting as an example, and firstly describe how the space is used, e.g mark-making area, book corner, home corner, etc. I would link how the areas are used, which may seem obvious but will demonstrate that you know why the certain areas are needed, and if you can, link them to the EYFS, for example, the book area to help them promote their literacy skills. I would then add in how else I think the space could be utilised, for instance if you think there is an empty space that could be safely utilised, or if you think the room could benefit from less tables= more space to move around.
Then, I would write a statement on the effects of an enabling environment with lots of opportunities in a safe, secure and nurturing environment

[Ford771]

Brilliant thank you, the question is a bit brief, I didn't want to write something I shouldn't.

Charlene