Inclusive All Abilities Playground What are the benefits of an inclusive playground? By creating an inclusive all abilities playground, you help to break down the barriers. When children of all ages and all abilities can play together they help to change the negative perceptions of people with disabilities. By building a playground where [...]
What is the significance of play and how do your children benefit? The benefits of play are endless, there are two types of play for children, organised and free play. Children's brains and physical abilities are developed when they play in a creative environment. This article explains how children can benefit from playing and gain social [...]
What are the benefits of an Outdoor Playground? A great way to keep your child happy and healthy is to take them to an outdoor playground. Children of all ages can benefit from the physical skills that are involved in playing actively outdoors. Using a slide provides climbing exercises for the legs, bars exercise arms [...]
Some of us grew up playing our team sports on dirt courts, or maybe you had the unfortunate pleasure like me to fall over on the gravel netball courts and skin both your hands and knees. We all grew up running and playing on open grassy fields with the sun beating down on us with [...]
How to create the perfect playground? There are quite a few things you need to consider when wanting to create a playground. It's not all just child's play! Let us guide you with our 12 tips on questions you should be thinking about before diving in! What is your budget and time frame for your playground? [...]
Check out these 5 simple playground safety tips to keep your children safe whilst playing. #1 Choose age-appropriate equipment Choose the right play area with age-appropriate equipment for the age of your child. Playgrounds can be designed with age groups in mind, so if your child is only a toddler don’t take them to the [...]
These days parents must really struggle to get their children outside. With the numerous technological temptations that are out there for our children to focus on. Gone are the days where children played outside with their siblings, friends and neighbourhood kids until it become dark and were called in for dinner. Take these 5 simple [...]
Motion Playground Equipment Motion play moves us in a way that static equipment cannot. There is nothing more exhilarating than swinging high in the sky or spinning around. Motion play engages a child’s motor skills and involves the muscles in the arms and the legs. Using motion equipment challenges children and creates an environment for [...]
Some of the main benefits of an indoor playground are that it is not weather dependent. Allowing children a safe space to play in rain, hail or shine. Creating a themed play area, this will allow children to use their imaginations to the fullest, it will challenge and excite their little minds. By utilising a theme [...]
Many schools apply for grants for a new playground, but grants on occasion only cover part of the cost. Fundraising becomes an essential component to seeing a new playground come to fruition. What to Think About? Having a plan in place to fundraise for your new playground, is a great way to make raising [...]
