Global School Play Day began in 2015 by a group of educators who began to see the diminished chances for unstructured play in schools.  Play is the work of the young child and at the Early Learning Center, play is in the center of all that we do.  Play helps to develop the crucial aspects of a child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.  

The Global Day of School Play was celebrated at the Early Learning Center on Friday, February 7, 2025. During our day of play, students will rotate through 6 different classrooms with themed activities to explore and play with in each room.  Themes include, magna-tiles, bubbles, sensory, puzzles, fort building, music, and more! 

The inaugural Global School Play Day took place on February 4, 2015, and involved over 65,000 students from around the world. Over the years, the event has gained momentum, with an increasing number of schools and educators participating each year.

The movement has gained support from educators, parents, and organizations globally, and it continues to grow as more schools recognize the importance of balancing academic rigor with the benefits of play in a child’s overall development.

The idea is to let children explore their creativity, problem-solving skills, and social interactions in an unstructured and spontaneous environment.

The Early Learning Center continues to be proud of the intentional teaching moments that take place as we guide children through their day of play!