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Cwmaber Infant & Junior Schools

Creative Area

Our Independent Creative Area

In our nursery, we believe that creativity is a vital part of every child’s growth and learning. That’s why we have a special Independent Creative Area where children have free access to paints, brushes, and other art materials whenever they want.

Why do we have this?

  • Encouraging Self-Expression: Children use art to express their feelings, ideas, and imagination in their own unique way.

  • Building Confidence: Choosing their own materials and deciding what to create helps children feel proud and confident in their abilities.

  • Developing Fine Motor Skills: Handling brushes, squeezing paint tubes, and mixing colors helps strengthen hand muscles and coordination.

  • Fostering Independence: Having free access means children can make choices, solve problems, and take responsibility for their creative work.

  • Supporting Learning Across Areas: Art supports language development, critical thinking, and even early math skills like mixing colors or recognizing shapes.

  • Promoting Relaxation and Focus: Creative activities provide a calm, enjoyable time where children can concentrate and unwind.

Our independent creative area is a space where children can explore and learn at their own pace, sparking a lifelong love for creativity and discovery.