This article forays into the evolution of the concept of „learning environment”, from a philosphical, social, biological and pedagogical point of view. The relationship between the environment and people can be found in philosophy, this relationship leading to the concept of „human environment”. This idea is supported by the scientists theories which prouve that the connection between a child and the environment generates development,and bio-psycho-social changes, hierarchical in time. From a social perspective, the nvironment responds to human beings need to build relationships, to feel protected and to have their personality validated.The learning environment brings a set of rules,of purposes,an entire system of strategies through which children are encouraged to learn.