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Celebrating 70 Years

Take learning outdoors

From digging and growing to climbing, creating and building, outdoor spaces give your tamariki endless ways to explore and learn through play.

We’ve brought together practical outdoor learning zones, each paired with relevant Te Whāriki strands and resources to help you create purposeful spaces for movement, discovery, creativity and connection.

Explore resources for every outdoor learning zone

  • Sit, connect & learn

    Outdoor tables and seating create comfortable spaces for conversation, connection and shared learning.

  • Move, balance & explore

    Active play resources build strength, coordination and whole-body confidence.

  • Imagine, create & play

    Outdoor role play resources encourage imagination, communication and shared play with others.

  • Scoop, tip & construct

    Sand resources support creativity, problem-solving and learning through sensory play.

  • Pour, measure & splash

    Water play offers opportunities to practise early maths, science and problem-solving

  • Grow, dig & discover

    Gardening resources help little learners dig, plant, nurture and connect with the natural world.

  • Climb, swing & slide

    Flexible play structures encourage energetic, free play while building confidence and coordination.

  • Ride, steer & explore

    Bikes, trikes and scooters build balance, coordination and confidence through active movement.

  • Paint, make & create

    Outdoor art helps tamariki explore colour, texture and ideas through hands-on creativity.

Need a hand? We’re here to help

Your local MTA Rep can help you find the right resources for your needs and learning goals.