The school in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, has introduced two new outdoor play areas tailored to different stages of play. An EYFS area combines climbing and balancing equipment with colourful wetpour surfacing, while the playing field features additional climbing challenges designed to encourage movement and exploration.

The project created two distinct play spaces to provide pupils with varied outdoor experiences, from early-years exploration and balance activities to more challenging climbing and upper-body movement.

The key consideration was creating outdoor play opportunities suited to pupils at different stages of their development. By dedicating space to EYFS play and introducing separate provision on the playing field, the school can offer a more varied outdoor environment. The two areas were planned with different types of physical activity in mind, helping make better use of the school’s outdoor space while catering for a broader range of play experiences.

The completed project gives pupils two distinct environments for outdoor play. Younger children can practise balancing and explore climbing equipment in the EYFS area, while the playing field offers further opportunities to develop strength, coordination and confidence through more challenging activities.

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