Experts in Designing Playgrounds for Schools

Recognising the Crucial Role the School Playground has in the Development of Young People.

Look No Further for your Next Primary School Playground

Playgrounds for schools are becoming a regular investment throughout the UK.  A child’s time in the school playground is now recognised as a very important part of the school day. At ESP PLAY, we recognise the valuable role that the school playground equipment has in the development of primary-aged pupils.

Our award winning approach to playground design, playground manufacture and playground installation has resulted in ESP PLAY being the fastest growing playground company in the UK.

Our large and unique range of primary aged outdoor play equipment has proven to help deliver opportunities for children to participate in high daily physical activity. It is our passionate commitment to lead the way in the school playground industry.  We have an extensive range of playground equipment for schools. With some products purely for play, some for sports and PE, quiet areas and climbing, ESP PLAY have a solution for you. We also cater for all ages and abilities of primary aged pupils, from key stage one all the way through to key stage two.

“I honestly cannot recommend the ESP PLAY enough. From design to installation, ESP PLAY were exceptional. Heads are often hard people to please and I include myself in that, so to recommend this company is a big thing when we have spent around £200,000 with them. I have no regrets and would encourage anybody to speak to ESP PLAY if they were doing a playground project”. Mathew Atkinson, Executive Headteacher

MUGAs

Climbing Walls

FreeFlow

Educational Panels

Playground Markings

Seating and furniture

Playtowers

Tangled Climbing Frames

Playground Shelters

Playground Surfacing

Storage Solutions

Interchangeable Trim Trails

Trim Trails

Multi-Skills Zones

High Quality School Playground Equipment

Our range of outdoor play equipment has got you covered. With everything available from playground markings, to large scale wooden climbing frames, wooden Trim Trails, MUGAs and much more. Whatever your pupils are fond of doing, we can cater for them.  We supply and install everything you need where playgrounds for schools are concerned.  Our portfolio also covers every type of playground safety surface including Wetpour, Rubber Mulch, Artificial Grass and Grass Matting.

Our FREE playground design service will provide your school with a clear vision of how your playground could look.  On top of everything mentioned above, your design could also include quiet seating areas, playground shelters for outdoor learning. Make sure you check out our research backed Multi-skills Zone which is supported with nationally accredited teacher training for PE. ESP PLAY are the fastest growing designer and installer of playgrounds for schools.

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Create multi-skills zones that impove physical activity

PE Equipment for School Playgrounds

For many primary schools, the playground also functions as the PE classroom. We have developed an extensive range of products to help you improve your PE delivery.

ESP PLAY has worked in partnership with thousands of schools throughout the UK. In partnership with leading Universities, we has developed as research backed ‘Multi-Skills and Movement’ development concept. It is now recognised nationally that playgrounds for schools are critical. Our CPD teacher training awards have received national accreditation from the professional development board of the Association for Physical Education. This quality of provision extends throughout our entire range of outdoor PE playground equipment for schools. Click this link to read about school sport premium funding. 

Taking the Curriculum into the Playground

The benefits of outdoor learning have led many schools to invest in outdoor classrooms. At ESP PLAY, we can provide you with the necessary essentials, such as seating and teaching accessories. We supply and install subject-specific equipment for all areas of the primary curriculum.

Make Your Outdoor Space Work for You

Not sure how to make the most of your primary school playground? Don’t worry. Here at ESP PLAY, we offer all primary schools a completely free playground design and consultation service. We will help you put together all the elements you need, in the most appropriate place and within the right budget.

Our team of fully trained playground designers will make innovative recommendations on what outdoor school play equipment is best for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are three types of inspection that your primary school playground will need. These are:

1. Routine Visual Inspection

This is a daily check by school staff to identify any hazards or product defects that may potentially cause the equipment to fail or cause an accident. A detailed list of things to look for is given in the aftercare pack.

2. Operational Inspection

This is a detailed monthly inspection that focuses on the operational use and stability to ensure it remains fit for purpose, safe and in its best condition. These can be carried out by staff and there is a photocopiable checklist in the aftercare package which you can use to keep a record of these inspections. If you would prefer, a qualified ESP Operational Inspector can carry out these inspections for you, however, we do charge a fee for this service.

3. Annual Inspection

An annual inspection should be carried out every 12 months by an ESP Scotland Limited RPII accredited Annual Inspector or an independent RPII qualified Annual Inspector, to determine the overall level of safety of the play equipment, foundations, surfaces and all areas connected to outdoor play. The inspection will ensure that any risks or product defects are highlighted for maintenance and correction. Please note that product guarantees and warranties will not be valid if you do not carry out an annual inspection with a RPII qualified Annual Inspector.

It is important to keep records of all routine, operational and annual inspections, plus any maintenance procedures you have had carried out, to ensure guarantees and warranties remain valid.

There are quite a few ways to get playground funding, though sometimes this depends on the type of play equipment you are purchasing or for what purpose you are going to use it. Common sources include PTAs, in-school fundraising and the School Sport Premium. There are, however, a number of other funding avenues available and we can point you in the right direction if you need assistance finding them.

As a manufacturer and specialist installer of outdoor play equipment for schools, ESP Play offers primary schools high-quality, long-lasting equipment at affordable prices. All products come with guarantees and we have a company-wide commitment to customer service.

Following receipt of your order, we will arrange for your new school playground equipment to be manufactured and installed. On installation, we will carry out rigorous checks to ensure your new products are in perfect working order, are safely installed and comply with European standards. You’ll also receive an aftersales care pack that contains all the information you will need to look after your new playground. ESP can also provide inspection services to make sure your equipment is safe to use over the long term.