Sovereign Early Years News & Blog

Why Is Play So Important In Early Education?

Search Department - September 30, 2021

There are numerous benefits to play during early education, in fact, there are so many that you may be surprised to learn just how important play actually is for a young child’s development. Playing is essential to a child’s growth and to help you understand just how important, here are just a few benefits.

How To Create Fun In Early Years Settings

Search Department - August 03, 2021

Play is one of the main ways that a child in an early years setting learns and develops. It helps a child to build their own self worth, by teaching them about their own abilities, what they can and can’t do and what they need to do in order to learn and grow. Play can help build a child’s confidence and because it’s fun, children can learn, grow and develop without even realising it.

5 Ways to get kids active in the playground?

Search Department - June 30, 2021

Government guidelines state that children aged between 5 and 18 years of age should be participating in at least 60 minutes of exercise each day. With classroom work and of course, regular family routine, this can often be difficult to fit in, in one solid 60 minute period. With the help of break times throughout the school day however, and of course the right playground equipment, schools are now helping to keep children active far more than they ever have been.

Playground Safety - Why Use An Expert?

Search Department - May 26, 2021

Playgrounds play a very big role when it comes to a child’s development as well as the memories they recall when they’re older - they’re often the most remembered ones. Not only do children play and explore in parks but they learn to socialise and create lasting memories that they treasure throughout their lives. But what happens to our parks and playgrounds when the risk becomes too much.

What areas are suitable for playgrounds?

Search Department - May 07, 2021

Playgrounds are a vital part of any community, whether that’s a public playground or a private one in an educational setting. They offer families and young ones an incredible place to play and socialise. More importantly, they can provide children with a great place to let off steam.

5 benefits of having playground equipment for your school?

Ryan Hill - March 22, 2021

More and more schools are now realising the importance of having playground equipment available to students, from nursery and infants to juniors and through to the secondary schools.

EYFS Outdoor Area on a Budget

Search Department - March 08, 2021

Are you hoping to create an outdoor Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) playground on a budget? Then we have the ultimate guide for you. Here are just a few different ways to improve your outdoor area without spending too much money.

What’s The Difference Between Early Years & Normal Playground Equipment?

Ryan Hill - February 11, 2021

When it comes to the creation of playgrounds, there are so many different pieces of equipment that can be utilised. Each piece offers its own benefit to children in both a playful and of course educational sense. That being said, we’re often asked the difference between an Early Years playground and what’s dubbed as a ‘normal playground’. Let’s take a look…

How To Promote Children's Health & Wellbeing In Early Years Settings?

Ryan Hill - January 15, 2021

The term wellbeing is used a lot when discussing adults and adolescents but very rarely do we hear the term used when referring to young children, or children within the ‘early years’ setting. With rates of teenage mental health issues increasing however, is it now time to look at supporting the younger child’s wellbeing, in order to give them a much better start in life?

Sovereigns Guide To Buying Playground Equipment

Ryan Hill - December 22, 2020

When it comes to planning and building a playground, it’s fair to say it’s no easy task. In fact, many are shocked to discover just how difficult and in-depth it can actually be.