Kent School is developing a natural play area called Kent Hill, inspired by a garden with a small hill that was popular for play. The initiative emerged from staff discussions and aims to enhance play, curiosity, health, and social interaction among students. Unexpected positive outcomes include improved learning, physical education, and sensory self-regulation.

1. If You Build It…
The Story of Kent School’s
Natural Play Area

2. It started with a beautiful garden…

3. …that had a
tiny hill where
everyone
wanted to play

4. Then a staff discussion based on this:
http://bit.ly/yRoH4V

5. Followed by a garden conversation between
Teresa, Wendy, and Mrs. Cardinal

6. The plan…

7. Creating Kent Hill:
A Natural Play Area
http://bit.ly/15HQ8MS

8. Expected Outcomes
• Play
• Curiosity
• Joy
• Health and Fitness
• Excitement

9. Surprising Outcomes
• Learning with the hill
• PE and Sports Day
• Buddy Play
• Sensory Needs
• Self-regulation