5 Reasons Why Believe Early Learning Services Incorporate Biophilic Design Into All Of Our Childcare Services
Childhood is a precious time for families, and as parents, we want to provide love and support to nurture our children’s well-being. Studies show spending time in nature helps promote wellness and development, and that’s why at Believe Early Learning, we include biophilic design in each of our services.
What is Biophilic design?
Biophilic design is a design method that integrates natural elements and patterns into built environments by bringing nature into interior and exterior building spaces. Biophilic design brings several advantages specifically tailored to childcare and early learning settings because the design approach not only enhances the physical environment but also supports children’s cognitive, emotional, and social development in impactful ways.
1. Enhanced Cognitive Development
One of the key benefits of biophilic design in childcare settings and early learning services is its positive influence on little ones’ cognitive development. Creating environments for children with natural elements such as sunlight, plants, and natural textures has been shown to help and stimulate their cognitive function. Studies show that environments which incorporate biophilic design elements can enhance concentration, promote better problem-solving skills, and help to improve cognitive development.
By immersing children in biophilic design environments that include nature and natural stimuli, their early learning environments foster a nurturing place for learning and intellectual growth throughout the early years of childhood.
2. Calm Environment
Natural environments have a calming effect on both children and adults, promoting well-being and reducing stress. The biophilic design elements at Believe Early Learning integrate elements such as natural light, views of nature, and indoor plants and outdoor playscapes and gardens, which, when thoughtfully brought together, contribute to reducing stress levels.
Across all of our childcare services, we create a nurturing and calming atmosphere and environment for children and staff because we see this as essential for supporting emotional well-being among children, families and our team. Each space is designed with biophilic principles which help to mitigate anxiety, promote relaxation, and create a sense of security, all the while fostering a healthier emotional environment for young learners.
3. Support for Physical Health
Biophilic design helps to encourage children’s participation in physical activity and outdoor play both of which are essential for children’s physical development. By incorporating natural elements in our centres, children have direct access to nature such as age-specific gardens, playgrounds, and natural landscapes. This ensures we promote active lifestyles among children and our team.
Plus, the natural light and ventilation in biophilic environments contribute to higher indoor air quality, promoting a fresh airy environment that reduces the risk of respiratory issues and supports overall physical health.
4. Promotion of Creativity and Imagination
Biophilic design incorporates natural environments which are sensory experience rich and nurture children’s creativity and imagination. Biophilic design embraces natural materials, textures, and colours that inspire curiosity and exploration. By creating spaces that reflect natural settings, Believe Early Learning childcare services encourage little ones to engage in imaginative play and creative activities. This fosters their sense of wonder and discovery which promotes their holistic development during early childhood.
5. Connection to Nature and Environmental Awareness
When children experience biophilic design, their sense of connection to the natural world is nurtured, and their environmental awareness begins from a young age. Children growing up in environments that promote the value of nature are more likely to develop a respect for the environment and become environmentally conscious individuals in adulthood. Biophilic design in childcare centres serves helps children learn about the importance of sustainability and their role in preserving the natural world.
Biophilic design is a positive and powerful way to enhance children’s experiences in childcare and early learning environments. By integrating sunlight, plants, and natural textures, Believe Early Learning facilities’ biophilic design supports children’s cognitive development, reduces stress, promotes physical health, stimulates creativity, and fosters a connection to nature.
These benefits help to create nurturing environments that support children’s holistic well-being and development, laying a strong foundation for their future learning and environmental stewardship. Plus, embracing biophilic design principles offers our team and management ways to create spaces that not only meet practical needs but also enrich the lives and experiences of young learners.
If you are looking for a nurturing place for your child, we’d love to welcome you with a coffee and a complimentary Play and Stay for your child. Contact us today to book a tour.


