It is important to define your ethos, vision and curriculum before you buy anything. Knowing what approach you want to take in pedagogy will define the kind of purchases you make. For example, a setting following a Forest School approach is going to purchase differently from a Montessori setting.
It is important to find quality suppliers that deliver on time and offer you value for money. Shopping around is vital, especially when you can find the same pieces of equipment for vastly different prices. Shop savvy and don’t be afraid to get a deal – it’s always worth an ask.
Breakages
One question we hear a lot is ‘how do we stop children breaking things?’. Children are very good at taking care of things – if they are taught how. Role-modelling how to handle items teaches children how to respect their environment. All too often we see staff tidying up – how will children learn to put things away and take care of resources if you do it for them?
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