Cold Frame
Cold Frame
Cold Frame
Description:
Bring your outdoor space to life with our Cold Frame, a timber gardening station perfect for EYFS playgrounds and outdoor areas where children can plant, observe and nurture nature through hands-on learning.
Key Features:
- Transparent cover allows year-round growing and protects seedlings from the weather while giving children a clear view of plant growth
- Accessible planting area to support multiple children working simultaneously
- Smooth, sanded edges and child-height design ensure safe access and use in early years and primary school settings
- Ideal for outdoor classroom areas, gardening zones and nature-based playground areas
- Encourages planting, growing and harvesting activities in line with science, understanding the world and environmental education
- Bespoke customisation and sizes available to suit your setting and requirements.
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Curriculum-Based Learning:
Description
Our Cold Frame turns playgrounds into thriving learning environments where children can explore plant life, observe growth, and learn responsibility. As they water seedlings, monitor progress, and care for plants, children develop fine motor skills, coordination, and a deeper understanding of science and the natural world.
Socially, the Cold Frame supports collaboration and teamwork, as children plan, plant, and reflect together. This shared responsibility fosters communication and confidence while strengthening the connection between classroom learning and the outdoors.
Built from pressure-treated timber for long-lasting performance, our Cold Frame is perfect for EYFS and primary schools looking to embed sustainability and experiential learning into outdoor play.
Technical Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product name | Cold Frame |
| Dimensions | 1.20m (l) x 0.60m (w) x 0.50m (h) |
| Key Materials | Pressure Treated Redwood Timber; Clear Polycarbonate; Membrane |
| Timber guarantee | 8 years guarantee against wood rot and fungal decay for Pressure Treated Redwood Timber (see T&Cs for full details) |
Curriculum Based Learning
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Physical Development
Develops fine motor control during planting and tending.
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Understanding the World
Enables observation of seasonal changes and plant growth, supporting scientific enquiry.
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Personal, Social & Emotional Development
Builds patience and responsibility as children care for plants over time.
Guarantees & Guidance
Material Guarantees:
8 year guarantee on Pressure Treated Redwood Timber
Guidance for use:
- Must be used under supervision
- Visually inspect prior to each use
- Do not use abrasive liquids to clean
- For more details refer to your Eden Play Maintenance Manual.
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