Child-initiated play
Play that children choose and lead themselves, important in early years practice.
- Used in
- All four UK nations (details may differ)
- Topic
- Teaching and learning
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Related terms
- Continuous provision England
- In early years, the resources and areas always available for children to use independently.
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