How this product aligns with the EYLF
Encouraging wellbeing, comfort, and independence
The Virgo Chair provides a comfortable and supportive seating option for educators and visitors within the early learning environment. Its design encourages children to engage in various activities while promoting a sense of belonging and security, which is essential for their emotional wellbeing and independence.
Supporting participation in learning environments
The versatility of the Virgo Chair allows it to be used in multiple settings, such as group discussions, storytelling sessions, or quiet reading corners. By facilitating a welcoming space for children to gather and interact, the chair enhances their participation in learning experiences and fosters collaborative learning.
Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas
Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a comfortable reading nook with the Virgo Chair, encouraging children to explore books independently or in small groups.
Set up a meeting area where children can gather to discuss their ideas and experiences, fostering communication and collaboration.
Play-Based Activity Ideas
Use the Virgo Chair in a role-play scenario where children can take turns being a visitor or host, enhancing their social skills and imagination.
Incorporate the chair into an art station where children can sit comfortably while creating their artworks, promoting focus and creativity.
Organise a storytelling session where children can sit in the Virgo Chair, allowing them to engage with the narrative and each other.
Provocation Ideas
Introduce the Virgo Chair as part of a ‘design your own space’ activity, prompting children to think about how furniture can influence their environment.
Encourage children to explore different seating arrangements with the Virgo Chair, discussing how it affects group dynamics and comfort during activities.
