Playforce news
Is the ‘Outdoor child’ an endangered species?
Education news, Headlines | May 2013
Outdoor play for children often goes beyond what we, as adults, can imagine. Come on, admit it, you’re as constantly amazed, as we are here at Playforce, as to the things children can imagine their playgrounds into… that’s what makes working with them so wonderful and fun! Children are able to see and use spaces [...]... Read more.
Keep away from that goggle-box… why not make Screen-Free Week a regular thing!
Education news, Headlines | May 2013
Do you ever wish that you could spend less time teaching using computers, televisions and iPads… and more time letting your children out into the great outdoors? Well this is your chance – by supporting Screen- Free Week. If you missed it last week, then why not do it this week, or even on a [...]... Read more.
Top marks for Playforce quality
Headlines, Playforce news | April 2013
We are pleased to announce that for the second year running, Playforce has achieved exor accreditation for quality and compliance. Gaining exor accreditation is something that we are very proud of but what does it mean to us and, more importantly, to those of you looking to find a reputable playground supplier? What is exor [...]... Read more.
Building better outdoor play, one block at a time
Headlines, Playforce news | March 2013
Imaginative play is ever changing and growing, giving schools the chance to introduce a range of activities to their pupils inside and outside the classroom. With the flashing lights and noisy music of many new toys on the market, it’s easy to forget about one of the most simple activities of them all – block [...]... Read more.
School sports and PE are not the only place for physical activity
Headlines, Playforce news | February 2013
Ofsted have recently published a new report ‘Beyond 2012 – outstanding physical education for all’ stating that schools are not including enough strenuous physical activity in their PE lessons. The report shows that in more than a quarter of schools teaching did not improve pupils’ physical fitness, suggesting that restricting exercise to PE lessons and [...]... Read more.