Supporting Self Regulation Outdoors
Outdoor Classrooms are full of movement, exploration, and interactions. The Outlast Haven provides a quiet place where children can step away, reduce sensory input, and regain their emotional balance before returning to play and learning with confidence.
A Calm Retreat in the Outdoor Classroom
The Outlast Haven is thoughtfully designed to give children a sense of seclusion while allowing educators to maintain clear sightlines for supervision. Watch how its unique design creates a calming retreat in the outdoor learning environment.
Designed to support regulation
Creates a Sense of Seclusion
Reduces visual and auditory stimulation to support self-regulation.
Safe yet Seen
Open front and slatted sides allow supervision while maintaining a sense of privacy.
A Distinct Destination
The raised platform signals a transition into a quieter, more intentional space.
Supports Deep Pressure Regulation
Solid wood walls encourage bracing and gentle pressure for calming proprioceptive input.
Warm and Inviting
Natural wood and a peaked roof create a warm, welcoming retreat.
How do I use an Outlast Haven in my outdoor classroom?
One Child at a Time
The Outlast Haven is intentionally sized for one child, creating a personal retreat where they can pause and self-regulate before returning to outdoor play and learning.
A Tool Children Can Choose
Through gentle guidance, children learn that the Outlast Haven is a space they can choose when they need a moment to pause and reset, supporting independence and self-regulation.
One Piece of the Puzzle
Supporting children as they develop self-regulation takes thoughtful environments, caring relationships, and consistent guidance. The Outlast Haven helps children practice these important skills as part of a broader approach to social-emotional development.
Where do I place my Outlast Haven?
Along the Edge of the Outdoor Classroom
Place the Haven along the edge of the outdoor classroom or beside trees, shrubs, fences, or other natural features. This creates a quieter retreat while keeping children connected to the learning environment.
Create a Defined Retreat Space
If space allows, pair the Haven with an Outlast Storage Bench and natural boundaries to define the retreat space and provide nearby seating for educator supervision. Position in a quieter area of the yard, not near active play areas.
Maintain Clear Sightlines
Position the Haven where educators have clear sightlines from multiple angles. The open front and slatted sides balance children's need for privacy with continuous supervision.
Built to last Outdoors
Crafted from durable Accoya® wood, the Outlast Haven is built for years of outdoor learning. A raised slatted floor promotes drainage and airflow, while the weather-resistant wood resists rot, warping, and splintering—all backed by a 10-year warranty for lasting peace of mind.
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