School playground equipment isn’t just for fun – it’s a fundamental part of childhood development. We’ve created playgrounds for schools across the UK, including full playground transformations, refurbishments and individual pieces of play equipment for schools. Level-up your playground equipment and explore the benefits of Playdale school playground design.
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Learning doesn’t pause when the break bell rings – Playdale’s outdoor school play equipment enriches play through discovery, socialisation and challenge.
We offer a range of play equipment for any outdoor setting, from educational play equipment for younger school children to playground favourites for primary-aged children – including swings, slides, roundabouts and more.
No two schools are the same – their playgrounds shouldn’t be either.
Different schools face unique circumstances when designing a playground, ranging from budget to available space, as well as the need for inclusive equipment for SEN children.
Playdale’s school playground specialists can help you make the most of your budget and space, providing a range of equipment and surfacing to deliver the perfect playground for your needs.
All playgrounds can benefit from an assortment of play equipment of your choosing, but please be mindful of the suggested age range for both safety and level of challenge listed on each product.
The perfect primary school playground is engaging, with age-appropriate equipment and the right amount of challenge.
We offer fantastic primary school equipment, available for a range of ages, from early years (4–5) all the way through Key Stage 1 and 2 (age 6–11).
For primary-aged children, consider our range of exceptional junior play equipment:
• Climbers
• Adventure Trails
• Jukebox Plus’
• Outdoor Classrooms
• MUGAs
• Woodland Eco Towers
• And much more.
We also offer primary school-age versions of all the classic playground favourites:
• Playground climbing frames
• Playground roundabouts
• Playground swings
For older children less likely to engage with traditional playground equipment, we offer a range of outdoor equipment focused on health and fitness, sport and challenge – perfect for PE.
Your secondary school can benefit from equipment such as:
• Multi-use games areas (MUGAs)
• Trim trail equipment
• Adventure trails
• And more.
School playground leasing: Playdale offers Department of Education-approved school playground leasing options – helping you spread the cost.
Get in touch and transform your school playground today.
Call: 015395 31561
Email: info@playdale.co.uk
For a closer look at real-life playground transformations, consult our case studies and blog.
We offer a range of modular-style school playground designs, meaning you can create a cohesive playground with a range of equipment – regardless of available space.
Playdale passionately champions the benefits of inclusive play, that’s why we offer considerable play equipment that’s suitable for children of all abilities – such as the Inclusive Orbit roundabout, Mexico City Plus play unit, wheelchair-suitable surfacing and more.
Speak to our experts for advice on how to make your school playground more inclusive.
The Early Years and Key Stage 1 children at St Mary’s RC Primary School in Ulverston had a large tarmac play area to let off steam in but not really any equipment. Class 1 teacher Lena Parker told us that their little ones very much loved to climb and like all children in this stage also enjoy any role play opportunities. So we looked at and discussed a few ranges and equipment types that we thought would fit the bill and suit the age range (approximately 4-7).
Rigby Hall School is an all age special school taking pupils between the ages of four and nineteen, with moderate or severe learning difficulties. They arranged to meet their local Playdale Area Manager for a free, no-obligation design and consultancy meeting. The school was impressed from the outset with the discussions and subsequent design proposals presented back. Headteacher Tracey Smith said they were “Beyond our expectations.”
“Playdale’s Area Manager Becky Warren listened to the features we wanted to put into the playground and came up with a design which included everything, she was on call and responded quickly to any concerns or queries. The overall product is perfectly designed for the needs of our children.” Fiona Taylor, EYFS Teacher, Ganton School.
Playground equipment in schools is no longer restricted to playtime. Playground equipment forms an integral part of the school day and incorporating it into the curriculum can be easy!
As schools discover outdoor learning benefits, they increasingly adopt outdoor lessons. And it’s easy to see why – children absolutely thrive when they’re outside, surrounded by the wonders of nature.
By including school play equipment and outdoor learning into lesson time, you can create an outdoor space where children can imagine, discover, challenge themselves and solve problems within a structured learning environment.
The inclusion of SEN school playground equipment can have a positive impact and provide a sense of freedom for children with special educational needs (SEN). It combines structured and free play to improve social skills, promote self-confidence and provide sensory stimulation for all children.
Trim trails help children to develop physically, emotionally, socially and imaginatively. All children enjoy playing on trim trails for schools because they are so versatile. The types of exercise trim trails encourage actually improve children’s performance in the classroom as well as on the sports field.
School outdoor play equipment can mean a variety of things. While a lot of playground equipment can be built and used almost anywhere, some pieces are geared more towards the school environment.
School play areas can play an important role in promoting positive behaviour and reducing conflict. By providing a safe and engaging space to play they can develop social skills and learn to collaborate. School playgrounds come in different sizes and shapes, and need to designed to accommodate different age groups and interests. Playgrounds for younger children will include classic play area equipment such as climbing structures, balance beams and slides, while older pupils may prefer sport arenas to play a variety of team sports, fitness equipment and social spaces. Accessibility should also be at the forefront of new school playground equipment. Any play areas should now be designed to be accessible to children of all abilities. This can include the use of ramps and sensory panels, and larger equipment with multiple points of entry and exit for children with limited mobility.
The next generation of modular outdoor play towers
Toddler play towers that will challenge children like never before
Take science lessons outdoors
Bring story time to life
Stimulate their imagination
Challenging, active play, timber Adventure Trails
Perfect their ball skills
Perfect outdoor learning environments
