Sand and Water Area - Nursery Kit

Ready to uplift your sand and water play area to the next level? Our Nursery Area Sand and Water Kit is the ultimate collection of resources designed to engage and encourage investigation, while helping young learners develop essential skills.

This 40+ piece set includes everything you need to create a lively sensory and learning environment. From 2 Water Wheels to 9 Funnels and 4 Gravy Boats, children will love experimenting with cause and effect, learning about water flow and volume. The Sea and Ocean Animals Set (Pack of 11) is perfect for imaginative role play, while the Shells (1kg) and bag of Corks offer sensory-rich experiences.

Measuring Jugs (9 pieces) allow children to practice measurement skills, reinforcing concepts of capacity and volume in early maths. Our 3 Mini Padstow Wicker Trays provide handy storage for resources, keeping the area neat and tidy.

Ideal for EYFS settings, this kit fosters fine motor skills, coordination, problem-solving, and creativity through hands-on learning. The wide range of materials encourages sensory exploration, imaginative play, and early scientific thinking.

Whether you’re setting up a sand and water table, a sensory play area, or a construction zone, our Nursery Area Sand and Water Kit is perfect for fostering independent investigation and boosting early learning milestones in a fun and practical way!

This set of resources will fit perfectly our Shire Shelf Unit - (H)70cm (as seen on the image), Healdswood Shelf - (H)70cm, Healdswood Mobile Shelf - (H)70.5cm or Rookie Range Closed Shelf - (H)59.5cm.

Features

• Water Wheels (2 pieces): Made of durable plastic, these spinning wheels offer visual and tactile engagement as children pour water through them, promoting an understanding of motion and cause-and-effect.
• Gravy Boats (4 pieces): Perfect for pouring and scooping, these serve as useful tools for measuring liquids or playing imaginative games, enhancing fine motor skills.
• Funnels (9 pieces): Designed to help children explore volume control and pouring techniques, these plastic funnels are easy to handle and provide endless sensory play opportunities.
• Sea and Ocean Animals Set (Pack of 11): This set introduces children to sea creatures, encouraging imaginative play and supporting learning about nature.
• Shells (1kg): A selection of real, textured shells that add sensory richness to water or sand play, ideal for tactile exploration.
• Bag of Corks (1 pack): Small and lightweight, these corks are perfect for sorting and stacking, promoting fine motor development and creativity.
• Measuring Jugs (9 pieces): Made from clear plastic, these jugs come in varying sizes to help children practice measuring and pouring liquids, reinforcing concepts of capacity and volume.
• Mini Padstow Wicker Trays (3 pieces): Sturdy, lightweight trays that help store resources while encouraging organisational skills.

Benefits

• Fine Motor Skills: Pouring, scooping, and manipulating tools like jugs and funnels enhance hand-eye coordination and control.
• Cause and Effect: Water wheels and funnels teach children how actions lead to results, aiding cognitive development.
• Sensory Exploration: Shells, sea animals, and textured materials provide rich sensory experiences, boosting focus and curiosity.
• Numeracy Skills: Measuring jugs and funnels help children grasp concepts like volume, capacity, and comparison, fostering early numeracy.
• Imaginative Play: Sea animals and shells inspire creative storytelling, supporting language development and imagination.
• Problem-Solving: Activities encourage children to think critically and solve challenges, promoting independent thinking.