Higher Lane Primary School
About the Project
The customer and the Objectives
We’re thrilled to announce the completion of a transformative playground project at Higher Lane Primary School! The school approached as they wanted to revamp an underused, multi-level space that had become overgrown and uneven, as well as revitalise an uninspiring portion of their playground. Working closely with their EYFS Lead, we took the time to fully understand their vision, focusing on how the redesigned space could support both teachers and young pupils.
Our Approach
With this insight, we created a vibrant, inviting space for the children to explore. In the overgrown area, we created a fenced, zoned Forest Area, filled with bark to provide a sensory experience and encourage exploration under the canopy of existing trees. This area features mushroom seating, den-making spaces, and measuring scales, offering pupils a variety of nature-inspired activities. We also added mark-making boards, a handy storage shed, and a large sandpit sheltered by a timber canopy, helping bring the classroom outdoors.
In the main playground, we installed a bespoke tree structure equipped with an HDPE slide, rock wall, log ramp, and interactive play panels, providing multiple options for active play and physical development. Additionally, we designed an interactive bike track complete with a petrol pump, village shop, traffic lights, and a bridge, creating a miniature world where children can engage in imaginative play.
Summary
We’re especially proud to have partnered with Higher Lane Primary to bring their vision to life, and we’re grateful for the feedback from teachers and pupils who have expressed their appreciation for the smooth process and supportive approach of our on-site team throughout the project. The children are thrilled with their new playground, and it’s wonderful to see their excitement as they explore and enjoy every part of this newly enriched outdoor space.
- Interactive Bike Track
- Bespoke Tree Climbing Frame, including HDPE Slide, Rock Wall, Log Ramp & Interactive Play Panels
- Mark Making Boards
- Forest School Area, including Den making, Mushroom Seating Area, Measuring Scales and Bark infill
- Sandpit with cover
- Timber Canopy
- Storage Shed
- Printed Mesh Privacy Screens
- Bonded Rubbed Mulch Surfacing
- Artificial Grass Surfacing
- Wetpour Rubber Surfacing
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“Both playgrounds look so different! The children love it and are having a great time exploring their new equipment”
Julie Carrington , Business Manager
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Jason Gayler, Head of Pre-Prep & Nursery
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“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
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“Playground Imagineering’s bespoke climbing structure was the perfect solution to utilise an awkward space.”
Mark Doherty , Deputy Headteacher
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“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
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“We have used Playground Imagineering for a number of projects and they have always exceeded our expectations.”
Mark Speakman, Headteacher
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“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
“After obtaining three quotes for our playground project, we decided to go with Playground Imagineering for the following reasons: I was very impressed with their presentation and proposal as they planned the project with our needs in mind and I felt I was receiving a bespoke service rather than an off the peg solution. As a result the product matches our needs and that of the site perfectly. They were always professional, responsive and when changes were requested, they were dealt with smoothly and without question. I would have no hesitation in recommending Playground Imagineering.”
Mark Mountcastle , Headteacher
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