A New Era for Play! An Inspiring Morning with Alice Sharp

On Wednesday 3rd May, over forty early years practitioners from across Edinburgh came together at St George's for an engaging and interactive workshop delivered by Alice Sharp. 

The morning was a joyful reminder of the power of play - for children and adults alike - and how reimagining familiar experiences and resources can unlock rich new pathways for learning. Alice reaffirmed how 'everything we do in our nursery creates an impact' and with this in mind, how vital it is to nurture a child's innate sense of curiosity and wonder.  

Lisa Nettleton, Head of our Junior School and Nursery, says, 'Alice's insights into modern child development felt fresh, relevant, and deeply rooted in the realities of the children we teach now. The workshop was a powerful reminder that environment matters: in how we build brains, capture attention, and nurture curiosity'. 

Lisa would be happy to welcome you to visit our Little Dragons Nursery and Junior School's wide outdoor spaces, where children learn and grow through play.