Heuristic play and 'islands of intimacy' in nursery care
Ofsted good practice example showing use of Elinor Goldschmied’s theories on early childhood by Everton Nursery School and Family Centre.
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This example shows how children’s personal, social and emotional development, communication, language and problem-solving skills are enhanced using Elinor Goldschmied’s theories on heuristic play and ‘islands of intimacy’.