Baby and toddler playroom ideas

Here’s a gorgeous collection of baby and toddler playroom ideas to inspire you!

 

Baby and toddler playroom ideas

In the Reggio Emilia philosophy of education there is a theory that, along with a child and their teacher (or parent), the environment in which the child is playing and learning has the role of the third teacher.

I’ve seen, as a mum and an early years educator, how much the set up of a play area can effect how everyone gets on in the space.

You don’t need to spend lots of money, or have lots of space. There are some simple, clever things you can do to prepare a play room that can help your children play happily, be more independent, get on better with the other children, and learn better.

Here are some ideas you might try.

 

Playroom ideas for babies and toddlers

:: A quiet corner can become a cosy book nook.

:: You can set up multi-age play shelves.

:: Use these ideas to encourage motor play when your child starts to crawl and toddle.

:: Set up an area for pretend play.

:: Create a great baby place space.

:: Try these ideas for a Montessori toddler room.

:: Add a pull-up bar for babies.

:: Set up an art station in a corner of the kitchen.

:: Play spaces can be outdoors too, like this fairy garden.

:: Try these ideas for a dressing up area.

:: Include a family art gallery.

:: Use these tips for busy boxes to help you rotate toys.

:: Include a mirror in a baby play station.

:: Use something quirky, like this reclaimed boat book nook.

:: Try these less-is-more tips for keeping a bedroom tidy.

:: Or try a Waldorf-inspired play space.