We all reminisce and laugh about the games and scenarios we used to conjure up as children but the truth is, imaginative play is a vital part of our development in early childhood. Countless studies have shown the links between
Once upon a time (not so long ago) playing outdoors and in nature was part of every child’s life. Today however, the battle to get kids to balance ‘screen time’ with ‘green time’ is real, and nature play is coming
We reveal our step-by-step process for creating places where people love to play. Research and experience show that the more involved a community and users are in the development of a play space for their school or park, the higher
'Playing together' does not necessarily mean playing the same, but rather ensuring modern playgrounds are fun, empowering and inclusive for children of all ages, abilities and interests. With the demand for inclusive playgrounds growing, Playground Centre has drawn on best practice
The playground has occupied a special place in our hearts and minds for generations. But far from the humble playgrounds of our childhoods, with their steel swings, monkey bars and slides, 21st Century playgrounds are bigger, brighter and even more
Australian and New Zealand may not be as populated as our friends in Europe or America, but we stick together. About 85% of New Zealanders live in urban centres, with most living in Auckland. Similarly 85% of Australians live within 50km
More than a trend, it’s a crucial social shift: the growing demand for inclusive playgrounds. Here, we look at two questions: why and how? Why? Of course, it’s about popularity: if you build a play space for more people, more people will
Today, planning playgrounds can be a minefield. What used to be as simple as installing a humble swing has transformed into a demand for risk-free, sophisticated, age-appropriate equipment that develops the young – as well as the young at heart. At the
Swings nurture physical, social and cognitive development through play. They stimulate balance, imagination and fine motor skills including hand, arm and finger coordination. Swinging builds self-esteem by gradually mastering the skills to move independently and higher, while swinging together encourages social