Climbing Frames & Child Development

Climbing Frames & Child Development

EYFS (Early Years) play is important for children’s development. Playing outdoors allows children to develop self-confidence, independence and self-esteem. They also become aware of limits, boundaries and challenge in their play. Children that play outdoors, for example on climbing frames, are more likely to try new activities. Outdoor activities are linked to physical exploration and movement,…

Securing Your Climbing Frame with Anchor Stakes

Securing Your Climbing Frame with Anchor Stakes

All of our wooden climbing frame sets come with anchor stakes as standard. And no additional costs are levied. The anchors are found within the packaging and hardware that comes with all climbing frames. Why do climbing frames need anchor stakes? The Gorilla Playsets climbing frames are made from Cunninghamia Lancelotta – cedar wood. Cedar is a…

Climbing Frames, Play Choices & Development

Climbing Frames, Play Choices & Development

Child development can be defined as the process by which a child changes over time. Child development, as a whole, is defined by a child’s physical, social, and emotional development. This contributes to the child’s overall well-being. In the early years, although children develop physically, cognitively supporting children as they learn must not be overlooked. Learning to…

Climbing Frame Safety

Climbing Frame Safety

Climbing Frames spark imagination and can be the catalyst of make believe games within child led play. Whilst encouraging this, the priority is always ensuring climbing frame safety remains paramount. At Gorilla climbing frames, we consider protecting little ones our priority and climbing frame safety is paramount. From proper supervision to routine maintenance, our guidelines…

Can my Climbing Frame be installed on grass?

Can my Climbing Frame be installed on grass?

In short, the answer is 100% yes! All of our wooden climbing frames have been specifically designed to be installed on to grass. The climbing frames all come with ground anchors, as standard, to provide security and stability to the frame. Most customers assemble their frame on to grass, in their garden. The impact absorption of…

New Climbing Frames have landed!

New Climbing Frames have landed!

Outdoor play presents unique physical and mental health benefits that are crucial for a child’s development. Because participating in activities such as climbing and sliding creates delightful and memorable experiences, it will nurture a child’s imagination. Gorilla climbing frames are made entirely of 100% Cedar Wood. It is stained, with a child, pet and plant…