Nature-based program feasibility in preschools near public housing

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project is a feasibility cluster randomized trial to see if a future large pragmatic trial can test a nature-based intervention's effects on children's mental and physical health. It compares a 14-week nature-based program with usual preschool activities in similar settings, focusing on acceptability, recruitment, data collection, and safety. Outcomes include parent and child assessments, motor development, physical activity, sleep, absenteeism, and stress, with data also gathered from educators and parents. The study is conducted in preschools located in or near social housing areas and will measure feasibility metrics to inform a larger trial.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

A kindergarten cluster will be eligible for study participation if the cluster meets the following criteria:

1. The kindergarten should geographically be located within or near by a social housing area or serve children from such an area.
2. At least 11 children in the cluster, each:

   1. aged 4-7 years due to the primary outcome cutoff age, and
   2. have a parent who is able to understand and communicate in Danish, and
   3. have consented to participate

Inclusion criteria of children and parents:

A child and parent will be eligible for study participation if they meet the following criteria:

1. the child is aged 4-7 years due to the primary outcome cutoff age, and
2. the parent is able to understand and communicate in Danish, and
3. have consented to participate

Inclusion criteria of kindergarten personnel:

Kindergarten personnel will be eligible for study participation if they meet the following criteria:

1. if they have \>80% of their working hours in the eligible kindergarten cluster
2. have consented to participate

Exclusion Criteria:

A kindergarten cluster will not be eligible for the study if the cluster meets any of the following criteria:

1. the kindergarten is currently spending \> two days per week in nature (green outdoor),
2. the kindergarten is already using the ''Green Sprouts'' program,
3. the kindergarten is exclusively for children with special needs All exclusion criteria are at cluster level. There are no individual exclusion criteria.

Where it's running

• Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, The Parker Institute
  Frederiksberg, Denmark Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Ina O Specht, PhD
• Email: ina.olmer.specht@regionh.dk
• Phone: 004538163083

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.