Bringing Learning to Life Through Play
At Pop Up Play Village, we believe children learn best when they are actively engaged, curious and having fun. Our EYFS Role Play Workshops provide immersive, hands on experiences that spark imagination, develop communication skills and support learning across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Led by play experts, our workshops transform ordinary spaces into exciting role play environments where children can explore, create, collaborate and learn through meaningful play.
What Are EYFS Role Play Workshops?
EYFS role play workshops are interactive school visits that use imaginative play to support learning across all seven areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Through child led role play, children develop communication, language, creativity, problem solving skills and confidence in a meaningful and engaging way.
How Our Workshops Work
We bring a selection of our unique role play areas directly into your setting, creating an engaging learning environment tailored to the age, interests and needs of your children.
Children are encouraged to take the lead in their play, exploring different roles, developing ideas and building confidence through real life experiences. Whether they are running a café, caring for animals, working in a construction site or exploring a doctor’s surgery, every session is designed to inspire learning through play.
Supporting the EYFS Framework
Our workshops naturally support all seven areas of learning and development:
Communication and Language
Role play provides endless opportunities for children to talk, listen, ask questions, negotiate and develop vocabulary through meaningful interactions.
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Children build confidence, develop independence, learn to cooperate with others and explore emotions through imaginative play.
Physical Development
Many role play activities encourage movement, coordination, fine motor skills and practical hands on experiences.
Literacy
Children engage with signs, labels, menus, lists, mark making opportunities and storytelling within their play.
Mathematics
Role play encourages counting, measuring, sorting, problem solving, money recognition and mathematical language in real life contexts.
Understanding the World
Children explore familiar occupations, communities, cultures and everyday experiences, helping them make sense of the world around them.
Expressive Arts and Design
Imagination, creativity and storytelling sit at the heart of every role play experience.
Tailored to Your Setting
Every school, nursery and preschool is different. We can adapt our workshops to support:
Current topics and themes
School readiness programmes
Communication and language development
Wellbeing and emotional development
Transition to Reception
Special events and enrichment days
SEND provision
The Benefits of Role Play
Research consistently shows that high quality role play helps children to:
Develop language and communication skills
Build confidence and self-esteem
Strengthen social skills and friendships
Improve problem solving abilities
Enhance creativity and imagination
Develop emotional literacy
Become more independent learners
Most importantly, role play allows children to learn in a way that feels natural, meaningful and enjoyable.
Why Choose Pop Up Play Village?
Qualified primary teacher led organisation
Over ten years of experience supporting children’s learning through role play
Curriculum linked experiences
Flexible workshops tailored to your setting
Inclusive and accessible for all learners
Trusted by schools, nurseries and preschools across the UK
National award winning organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
What age are EYFS role play workshops suitable for?
Our workshops are suitable for children aged 2-5 years, including nursery, preschool and Reception classes.
Can your workshops support school readiness?
Yes. Our role play workshops help children develop independence, confidence, communication skills and emotional resilience as they prepare for school.
Do your EYFS school visits link to the curriculum?
Yes. All workshops are linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and can be tailored to support your current topics and learning objectives.
Can you visit nurseries and preschools?
Yes. We regularly work with schools, nurseries, preschools and early years settings across the UK.
Book an EYFS Workshop
Whether you are looking for an exciting enrichment experience, support with a specific area of learning or a memorable end of term activity, our EYFS Role Play Workshops can be tailored to meet the needs of your children.
Contact us today to discuss how we can bring the power of role play to your setting.
Why Is Role Play Important in EYFS?
Role play is one of the most powerful ways young children learn. Through imaginative play, children develop communication and language skills, build confidence, strengthen relationships and begin to make sense of the world around them.
Whether they are running a café, caring for animals or working in a doctor’s surgery, children are actively developing skills across all seven areas of learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Role play supports problem solving, creativity, early literacy, mathematical thinking and emotional development in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
At Pop Up Play Village, our EYFS role play workshops provide children with rich opportunities to learn through play, helping them develop the confidence, communication skills and curiosity that form the foundations for future learning.
