“Dripping water hollows out stone,” and so it is with physical exercise for children from a young age. A standard playground is like a mini forge, helping kids become “as strong as a bull, growing up fast.” So, what is the standard size for a kindergarten playground to ensure your little ones develop comprehensively? Let’s find out!
Kindergarten Playground Size: Crucial for Your Child’s Well-being
Designing a kindergarten playground is not just about pouring concrete and planting a few trees. It needs to ensure safety, stimulate comprehensive development in children, and most importantly, comply with regulations. According to Ms. Nguyen Thi Lan Huong, a preschool education expert with over 20 years of experience at Hoa Sen Kindergarten in Hanoi, the playground size needs to be calculated based on the number of children and planned activities. A cramped space will make it easy for children to bump into each other, while a space that is too large is difficult to manage. So, what is the ideal size?
Minimum and Recommended Sizes
According to Circular 13/2020/TT-BGDĐT, the minimum outdoor playground area is 2m²/child. However, to give children space to “roam freely,” the recommended area is from 3-4m²/child. For example, a kindergarten with 100 children should have a minimum playground area of 200m², ideally from 300-400m². Ms. Le Thi Mai Anh, author of “Raising Children According to the Montessori Method,” also emphasizes the importance of designing a spacious and airy playground to help children develop comprehensively, both physically and mentally.
Factors Affecting Playground Size
The size of the playground not only depends on the number of children but is also affected by many other factors. Terrain, budget, and extracurricular activities also need to be carefully considered. For example, if the school plans to organize group activities such as dancing and singing, the playground needs to have a spacious area for children to “stretch their wings.”
Playground Feng Shui: “Good Land Attracts Good Birds”
Vietnamese people have long valued Feng Shui, believing in “if you worship, you will be blessed; if you are cautious, you will be safe.” The kindergarten playground is no exception; it should be located in a spacious, sunny location, avoiding gloomy and humid places. According to folk beliefs, this helps attract positive energy, bringing good luck to the children.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kindergarten Playground Size
Does a small playground affect a child’s development?
Absolutely! A cramped playground will limit children’s activities, affecting their physical development. Imagine, like “a fish in a bowl, a bird in a cage,” how can a child “spread their wings and fly high”?
Are there any regulations on the materials used for kindergarten playgrounds?
Yes, there are! The materials must be safe, non-toxic, and “as solid as a rock” so that children can play freely without fear of falling.
Further Suggestions
You can learn more about “Modern Kindergarten Design” or “Outdoor Activities for Preschool Children” on our website.
Conclusion
Designing a standard kindergarten playground is a necessary task, helping children develop comprehensively both physically and mentally. Please contact us at 0372999999 or visit us at 234 Hao Nam, Hanoi for free consultation. “TUỔI THƠ”‘s customer care team is always ready to support you 24/7!