Journal
The Case for Play: The Research Every Educator Needs to Know About Learning Beyond Four Walls
Outdoor play is more than movement — it’s a research-backed pathway to learning, wellbeing, and imagination. Discover the evidence every educator should know.
The Ultimate Design & Build Guide for Educational Play Spaces
Designing an educational play space can feel overwhelming. This step-by-step guide shows you exactly what’s involved — from vision to installation.
Meet Buddy: The Dog at the Heart of One School’s Play Village
Buddy, Keysborough Primary’s golden labradoodle, is more than a wellbeing dog, he’s the heart of Keysie Village, bringing calm, care and connection to play.
The Global Movement Towards Outdoor Education: What Schools Can Learn from Around the World
Introduction When we moved from Melbourne to the Byron region (fortuitously, the year before Covid hit), there were many things I expected—beach life, warmth, shoeless...
Competition winners Karoo Primary School get a new outdoor classroom
It’s class time at Karoo Primary School – but not all the students are behind their desks indoors. In fact, there’s a high chance you’ll...
Montmorency South Primary School Fundraise a Playground Transformation
If you’ve wandered past Montmorency South Primary School’s playground this year you would likely have noticed a LOT of activity. During 2024, the playground has...
What to consider when planning a school playground
Planning a school playground transformation? We love a make over, especially one that makes the most of your school space and gets kids excited about...
Why and How to Make Inclusive Playgrounds for All
Play is incredibly important for the development of all sorts of important skills in kids. And it’s just as important that play is available and...
Unity College ELC’s Cubby House Sparks Children’s Imagination
Unity College Early Learning Centre is a newly opened ELC in Murray Bridge, South Australia. Children between the ages of 2 to 5 can enjoy...