Active Play promotes greater physical activity for Scotland’s children in a way that is fun, inclusive and active. It contributes directly to Curriculum for Excellence outcomes in health and wellbeing.
The Active Play programme runs for a minimum of 10 weeks and is targeted at a whole Primary 3 or 4 class and helps improve physical activity levels during school as well as supporting pupils emotional, social and cognitive development.
Watch our film about Active Play and our partnership with Glasgow City Council recorded at a recent event.
Are you a childminder looking to do more outdoor play but aren’t sure where to start? Childminder extraordinaire Emma Smith is this week’s guest blogger, revealing her secrets to embracing and enjoying every opportunity to get outside. It’s a childminder takeover!
Read MoreDownload an easy-read version of the Scottish Government’s statutory guidance to the Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013.
Read MoreJane joined Thrive Outdoors three months ago as Development Support Officer through the support of the Rank Foundation’s Time to Shine programme, which aims to support young people to become future leaders. In this piece , Jane reflects on the experience so far and what she is looking to focus on for the rest of
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