Loose Parts Creative Crates Set - 8 Piece Set

If your outdoor area currently looks like a jumble sale run by particularly enthusiastic squirrels, these Loose Parts Creative Crates will restore calm. Designed for EYFS, primary and forest school settings, this set of four small and four medium crates makes outdoor storage simple, organised and, dare we say, stylish.

Perfect for housing natural treasures, wooden blocks, pipes, planks or whatever marvellous collection of loose parts your children drag out next, our crates create a sense of order while still keeping everything within reach. Their open slatted design means children can see and access resources easily, encouraging independence and tidying routines.

Built from strong, durable wood, they are ready for all-weather outdoor play, stacking, and heavy-duty classroom life. Whether used for storing, sorting or as props in creative play, these crates are an adaptable, practical addition to any learning environment where play is the name of the game.

Features

• Four small crates: Handy size for stones, shells, pinecones and smaller resources.
• Four medium crates: Perfect for planks, pipes or bulkier loose parts.
• Durable wooden design: Built for outdoor use and daily handling.
• Natural finish: Fits seamlessly into outdoor learning and forest school settings.
• Stackable and versatile: Arrange to suit your space and teaching needs.

Benefits

• Encourages independence: Children can select and return resources themselves.
• Supports organisation: Helps create clear systems in outdoor areas.
• Fuels imaginative play: Crates can transform into props for role play or construction.
• Promotes responsibility: Teaches children to look after shared resources.
• Extends learning outdoors: Supports creative, hands-on activities in EYFS and primary settings.