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    Playscape Creations

    • creating   better 
      ​play   experiences

      Supporting each child’s need to play, learn and socialise in a safe and inclusive environment, we help you create the perfect playspace to suit your school communities' needs and unique pedagogy.

    Bright school childrens playground recreational space Zenith Swiss

    children's   needs   are   evolving

    Increasing urbanisation and the disappearance of the neighbourhood park and local community spaces have put increased pressure on children’s needs to be active during school hours.


    Focussing all day in class is challenging – students have to digest a lot of information and there are behavioural expectations that must be met to positively contribute to the classroom environment.  Taking a break from strenuous mental activity can help a child re-energise and re-charge so they can focus better during class-time.

    "Children need to have downtime between complex cognitive challenges"

    – Dr Brian Murray, Paediatrician, Ohio State University

    re-thinking outdoor educational spaces

    As we re-think our outdoor educational spaces from the threadbare oval and obligatory school yard monkey bars, the play environments we design need to evolve to suit to the physical, social and sensory experiences our children deserve.


    Moving beyond loose parts and high maintenance play, we are proud to offer you a range of developmentally appropriate playground systems and professional playspace design that provides a flexible container for physical play, social interaction, the exploration of safe risk and the freedom to engage in a way that suits each individual.

    "If we want children to grow up with a zest for living we need to give them living spaces that express that life is a grand experience” 


    - Barbara E Hendricks, Designing for Play 

    Digital design consultations with real time site mapping and equipment selection

    what   is   a   digital   design   consultation?

    Explore the options for your school’s playspace in real-time as our innovative specialists take you through our digital design process; working with you to map out your space, select your equipment and deliver a 2D plan and cost estimate so you have completed the first steps to take your idea from a dream to a reality.


    This professional service is offered free of charge, allowing schools in regional communities across Australia to access playspace design expertise without additional travel or expense.

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    “It is essential that playgrounds provide opportunities that allow a child to extend themselves in a challenging environment” 


    – Margaret Cavanagh, Kidsafe NSW

    what   is   the   key   developmental  focus   for   each   age   group?

    Children’s physical and developmental needs evolve as they grow and mature; so too should their play options (even when play isn’t “cool” anymore).  


    We have systems and equipment available for lower to upper primary ages all the way through to senior secondary.

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    Lower Primary
    Upper Primary
    All Ages Primary
    Secondary
    Lower Primary
    Providing safe spaces for primary school aged children with nature play
    Providing safe spaces to explore
    Sensory activation for primary school aged children with water and nature play
    Sensory Activation
    Giving children options to problem solve by providing non-prescribed play with multiple points of access
    Problem Solving
    Building Independence is so important when children first start school as it sets them up to be strong and confident adults
    Building Independence
    Upper Primary
    When children are encouraged to challenge themselves and try new things, it overcomes adversity and builds resilience
    Personal growth challenges
    The act of swinging and participating in active play helps to build children's proprioceptive and vestibular ability
    Active play
    Children need to opportunity to explore risk and test their boundaries in order to keep meeting daily challenges
    Introducing “safe risk”
    Children need to be able to socialise in an environment and a space within which they feel comfortable
    Multiple socialisation options
    Home Decor
    All Ages Primary
    Giving children complete autonomy over how they play and interact with the system helps them to explore their independence and limitations
    Non-prescribed play options
    Provide different access options so children of all-abilities and levels of confidence can still interact with their peers and play
    Different access options to suit all-ages
    Providing multiple play options and spaces for quiet, active, imaginative and social interactions means there is a space for everyone to feel included
    Playspace zoning to allow for quiet, active and social play
    Imagination is the cornerstone of a happy, healthy childhood and the provision for imaginative and role play is vital
    Imaginative play for socialisation and cooperation
    Secondary
    Play options that allow for social inclusion enhance the play experience of older children
    Social inclusion
    Zoning to allow for quiet interactions, active movement and socialisation allows everyone to participate in a way that feels comfortable for them
    Zoning to allow for quiet, activity and socialisation
    • Adaptable spaces to suit changing popular trends could mean non-prescribed play equipment or open spaces that can be used for games
    Adaptable spaces to suit changing popular trends
    Active play options like this ninja-style parkour course allow children to stay active, all the way through high school
    Focus on different nodes of activity – “play” is not cool

    With more than 20 years’ experience creating engaging educational playspaces across Australia, we offer you our team’s expertise to create the ideal play environment for your school community.

    design   
    services

    Professional playspace design services, featuring a range of foundation and custom-made equipment

    equipment 
    supply

    Supply and  Australia-wide delivery of a range of high quality, durable and affordable playspace equipment

    construction & landscaping

    Accredited construction and landscaping services, ensuring your project is delivered as designed; on time and on budget

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    ​australia-wide

    Online consultation services available across Australia, with professional installation partners in all states and territories

    the    importance    of    play

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    DIGITAL DESIGN CONSULTATION

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