It’s certainly true that in years gone by a playground might have just consisted of a slide and a staircase. There were few places where genuinely creative play was encouraged by equipment but that’s not the case today. Now, a playground can be a much more exciting experience thanks to the wide range of different … Read more
Outdoor education has a lot to add to a classroom environment. In fact, there are many wonderful benefits to enabling children to learn outdoors that are really only found outside of traditional learning environments. And this isn’t just theory either, as there are studies to provide how this works. The advantages of outdoor education are … Read more
The spaces in which children spend their time can have a big influence on development, as well as the way they feel every day. A well thought through playground design in schools provides much more than simply somewhere to let off some steam. The right playground design, with a carefully chosen selection of equipment, can … Read more
The school playground is the ideal setting for children to start being active and exploring how their bodies work. However, research has found that while some children might do this naturally, others experience barriers that stop them from being active. The right playground environment can help to overcome these barriers and give all children the … Read more
How do you quantify the kind of funding that you’re going to need for a school playground project – and ensure that you get everything you need for the budget you have? This can often feel like a very blank page with not much guidance but it’s important to make sure that you approach funding … Read more
Playground surfacing can have a big impact, not just on how a space is enjoyed but also how easy it is to maintain. It’s also a big component in cost effectiveness and whether a great playground space is achievable on an ongoing basis. If you’re currently making choices about playground surfacing – or considering replacing … Read more
Being able to play has huge benefits for children in terms of enjoyment and freedom and acquiring social skills. Playgrounds can also be a big source of learning, somewhere that supports what children are doing in the classroom, rather than simply providing a break from it. In fact, playing and learning in the playground is … Read more
The cost of a playground is always going to have an influence on whether it’s possible to build one – and what kind of space you create. Whether you’re working with a very specific budget, or you have some flexibility, getting clear on what you’ll need to spend is a vital part of the process. … Read more
Playgrounds are fantastic spaces that can really bring out the best in children and allow them to explore themselves and their environment. But there is usually a point when a playground starts to look a little run down. Maybe the equipment is a little dated or you have safety concerns. A new playground can be … Read more
Christmas is all about having fun and there are lots of ways to celebrate with Caloo playground markings. Best of all there are games that will work for children of any age and this is a great opportunity to bring kids together and start getting excited about the festive period to come. These are just … Read more