A few years ago, children emerging from a playgroup or nursery would have a dripping painting or toppling model in their hands. It was almost obligatory for every child, every day to ‘produce’ something. While this was not necessarily the best approach to fostering a love of creativity, it did at least mean that children had opportunities to paint, make collages and construct models.
Today, with an emphasis on early literacy and mathematics, there is a danger that parents and others may not see the value in supporting children’s creativity. With Ofsted focusing on the quality of education and expecting to see an enriching curriculum, it is worth revisiting your provision in this area.
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