Elm Tree Community Primary
A space that would cater for a wide age range of children with different complexity of needs.
About the Project
Elm Tree Community Primary School based in Skelmersdale, cater for children who have a statement for Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties. Therefore creating a stimulating and engaging play space that meet the individual needs of each child was essential.
We collaborated with the teachers to design a Multi Sensory Construction Area, which allows the children to play and maneuver natural materials such as Sand, Shingle and Bark. We incorporated different play elements within the area for the children to interact with such as a Sand Bowl with Sieve, Sand Wheel, Sand Chute, Material Transported, Lift and Digger. All of these allow the children to interact and control the movement of sand, shingle and Bark within the pits and play platform built within this area. Since installing this area the school have confirmed it is having an extremely positive affect on each individual child.
As another sensory area we installed a Waterproof Shelter with a Multicoloured Panelled Roof, which casts shadows of colour. It is a great area for the children to relax and socialise with their peers. At the side of the shelter we also placed a number of planters for the children to dig plant their own flowers, herbs and vegetables. This type of activity is a great way to learn more about the natural world we live and it give the children responsibility.
Adjacent to the Construction Area we installed a Double Seated Swing for the children to take part in physical activity using all there strength and muscles to enjoy gliding back and forth through the air.
- Multi Sensory Construction Area with and Bowl with Sieve, Sand Wheel, Sand Chute, Material Transported, Lift and Digger
- Double Seated Swing
- Waterproof Shelter with a Multicoloured Panelled Roof
- Planters
Blackshaw Primary School
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Julie Carrington , Business Manager
Handcross Park School
“It has now had two terms of busy use and still every day it makes me smile – and the children too. It is such a magical space with so much opportunity”
Jason Gayler, Head of Pre-Prep & Nursery
The Peterborough School
“The design, equipment and overall service was of a very high standard.”
Chris Charlton, Bursar
Batley Grammar School
“I can’t tell you how happy we are with the work and how the plans have come to fruition, thank you to you and all the team at Playground Imagineering.”
Karen Dack, Business Manager
The Cathedral School
“Great value and a quick turnaround, the playground was transformed in just 3 days.”
Mrs Wiskin, Headteacher
Beaumont Primary School
“It was the best design and most competitively priced quotation… they really brought our ideas to life!”
Victoria Griffiths , EYFS Lead
Hindley Junior and Infant School
“The design and finished installation was exactly what we had in mind…the children love it!”
Steven Hyde, Site Manager
Holy Trinity Primary School
“We love the bridge over the tunnel and more importantly, so do the children… it’s been a great success.”
Maggie Thomson, Business Manager
Urmston Infant School
“Playground Imagineering’s bespoke climbing structure was the perfect solution to utilise an awkward space.”
Mark Doherty , Deputy Headteacher
Rupert House School
“Playground Imagineering’s initial design was excellent and they were happy to make the few tweaks we asked for to ensure we got exactly what we wanted. Not only did they deliver the design they also did it on time and to a very high standard. I have no hesitation in recommending their services.”
Mr Kim Rawlingson, Bursar
Avondale Primary School
“It was difficult to envisage what could be achieved with our long, narrow outdoor area. Playground Imagineering’s choice of equipment and well thought out design has completely transformed transformed the playground and utilised the space perfectly.”
Vicky Brown, Headteacher
St John’s Primary School
“We have used Playground Imagineering for a number of projects and they have always exceeded our expectations.”
Mark Speakman, Headteacher
St. Thomas’s Primary School
“A professional approach was taken throughout and our pupils are delighted with the new equipment.”
Sheryl Farnworth, Headteacher
St. Michael’s Primary School
“The new play areas have greatly enhanced our provision and provided our pupils with many hours of enjoyable learning and development opportunities. For much of the work, the children’s ideas have also been carefully incorporated by the Playground Imagineering team into the equipment and areas they have provided. The attention to detail has been greatly valued.”
Alison Hart, Headteacher
St. Hugh of Lincoln Primary School
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Mark Mountcastle , Headteacher
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