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Outerwear for nursery and kindergarten
Outerwear is used actively at nursery and kindergarten, often several times during the same day. The cloakroom needs to handle changing temperatures, wet ground and both quiet and highly active play.
Guide
Think in functions rather than one solution
A snowsuit can be the simple winter solution, while rainwear, thermal wear and softshell can be combined during transitional seasons. The important thing is that staff can adjust the clothing to the weather and that the different pieces work well together.
A flexible core wardrobe
- Outerwear suited to the current season and temperature.
- Rainwear for wet weather and play on damp ground.
- An insulating layer for cooler days, such as thermal wear.
- A hat, gloves or mittens and suitable seasonal footwear.
- Dry spare clothes and extra socks.
Fit and independence
Clothing should allow movement and room for suitable layers, but must not be so large that the child trips or struggles to use their hands and feet. Zips, elasticated sections and other fastenings should be easy to understand. This can gradually help children take a greater part in dressing and undressing.
Details worth checking
- A detachable hood when the garment has a hood.
- Reflective details for dark mornings and afternoons.
- Foot straps and openings that work with the boots.
- Seams and material suited to the weather and use.
- Name labels in every separate piece.
Check the cloakroom regularly
Children grow and the weather changes. Regularly check sleeve and leg length, foot straps, fastenings and whether there is still room for the layers your child needs. Remove clothing that no longer suits the season so the cloakroom remains easy to manage.
Care and rotation
Allow wet clothing to dry between uses and always follow the care label. Extra gloves, socks or other small pieces can make a considerable difference on wet days. The number of garments is less important than having the right pieces dry, well-fitting and ready to use.
A short checklist for parents
- Check the forecast and the nursery's recommendations.
- Put the child's name in every piece.
- Try outerwear with the layers your child normally wears.
- Check fit and wear regularly.
- Update the cloakroom when the season changes.
A flexible wardrobe for everyday life
