OPAL (Outdoor Play & Learning)

Working with staff, governors, children and our families, we have one simple aim, 

amazing playtimes for every child every day.

We are proud to say that we are an OPAL school and even more delighted to

announce that we have been awarded the Platinum Standard Quality Mark - TWICE!

This is what our Opal mentor had to say after our re-audit in July 2024.

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This video was filmed over ONE PLAYTIME on ONE DAY. 

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Another video of our brilliant OPAL playtimes. 

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 OPAL is an award-winning, mentor supported programme that is supporting us to improve the quality of our play opportunities. OPAL is the only programme of its kind that has been independently proven to sustainably improve the quality of play in British primary schools.

Our school vision is that everyone flourishes throughout their time with us, enjoying life in all its fullness and that applies to both academic learning and learning through play. We believe a positive play experience enhances a child’s emotional, mental and physical wellbeing.

Our Play Policy details how we run our playtimes. 

Our play co-ordinator, the fabulous Mrs Thompson, is qualified in Level 2 PARS playwork.

So what are our playtimes like....?

We dress up...

We build dens...

We love digging and "cooking"...

We run, we jump, we climb...

We make up games...

We love wheels...

We are creative...

We have so much fun....

and you are welcome to come and visit us anytime.