1.1 Explain what is meant by ‘the play environment’

Qualification: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Unit: EYP 8: Promote play in an Early Years Setting
Learning outcome: 1. Understand the play environment
Assessment criteria: 1.1 Explain what is meant by ‘the play environment’

• ‘The Play Environment’ is the area in which a child has the opportunity to play and learn
• It includes the space and resources available as well as the adults that are there to support them