Annual Implementation Programme
Structured Support.
Lasting Change.
Our programmes are delivered across a full academic year — giving schools the time, structure and expert support needed to create genuinely lasting change. Every visit is in person, hands on and delivered in school. Choose the model that fits your school's needs and ambition.
Why Partnership?
Great playtimes don't happen because of one intervention.
They happen when staff, children, systems, leadership and culture all work together. That is why we do not simply deliver training. We build long-term partnerships with schools.
Why not just buy playground equipment?
Equipment without structure, training and engagement strategies rarely changes behaviour. Within weeks it is broken, ignored or monopolised by the same children. Equipment is part of the answer — not the whole answer.
Why not just send staff on training?
A one-day course cannot change a playground culture. Staff need coaching in the moment, alongside children, in their own school context. Training is the start — not the solution.
Why not just introduce Play Leaders?
Play Leaders without systems, adult support and a whole-school approach quickly lose confidence and impact. Leadership works when it is embedded into something bigger.
Sustainable change comes from bringing all the pieces together.
Staff. Children. Systems. Leadership. Culture. All working together — over time.
Pricing
Choose Your Partnership
Three partnerships designed to meet schools at different stages of their improvement journey. All prices are per academic year.
Foundation
Audit, training & structure
A full playground audit, lunchtime staff CPD, introductory Play Leader training and a clear action plan. The essential foundation every school needs.
Development
Everything above, plus play lessons & pupil leadership
Adds structured play lessons delivered directly with children, a full Play Leader Programme, ISP development and a mid-year impact review.
Transformation
Everything above, plus whole-school culture change
Adds whole school play lessons, whole-staff CPD, behaviour policy alignment, termly evaluations, parent communication and SLT strategic planning.
Foundation Partnership
Perfect for schools wanting to strengthen playtimes with practical support and clear systems.
A clear structured system in place with emerging pupil leadership.
Ideal if...
Development Partnership
Perfect for schools wanting to embed playtime across the whole school.
Embedded systems, confident staff, and structured pupil leadership.
What Development adds
Ideal if...
Transformation Partnership
For schools wanting complete culture change — not just a bigger programme, but a different one.
Playtime embedded as a strategic pillar of school improvement.
What Transformation adds
Ideal if...
Not sure which programme is right for your school? Book a free consultation and we will help you decide.
At a Glance
Programme Comparison
| What's Included | Foundation | Development | Transformation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full playground audit & observation | |||
| Behaviour & engagement analysis | |||
| Zoning map & activity framework | |||
| Lunchtime supervisor CPD | |||
| Introductory Play Leader training | |||
| Review visit with coaching | |||
| Written audit summary & action plan | |||
| Play lessons | — | ||
| Full Play Leader Programme (2 sessions) | — | ||
| ISP development | — | ||
| Mid-year impact review | — | ||
| SEND inclusion deep dive | — | ||
| Staff refresher training | — | ||
| Behaviour data alignment support | — | ||
| Whole school play lessons | — | — | |
| Whole-school staff CPD | — | — | |
| Behaviour policy alignment | — | — | |
| Termly impact evaluations | — | — | |
| Parent communication framework | — | — | |
| Sustainability planning session | — | — | |
| End-of-year impact report | — | — | |
| SLT strategic planning meeting | — | — | |
| Annual Investment | £995 | £1,295 | £1,895 |
Our Approach
In Person. Hands On. In School.
Everything we do happens in your school, with your children and your staff. Nothing is delivered digitally, remotely or through a workbook. We spend full school days alongside your team — working, modelling and building something real together.
Full School Days
Every visit is a full school day. We are there from the start of the day, through lunchtime and into the afternoon — observing, working with children and supporting staff in real time.
Play Lessons
We teach children how to play. Through structured, purposeful play lessons — something rarely taught in schools — children learn the rules of games, how to include others, how to manage conflict and how to lead. These sessions are delivered directly by us, in school, with your children.
Assemblies
We can lead whole-school or year group assemblies to launch the programme, introduce play values, celebrate play leaders and embed a shared language around playtime across the school.
Staff Alongside, Not Just Trained
We do not just deliver a training session and leave. We work alongside lunchtime staff during actual lunchtimes — modelling strategies, coaching in the moment and building their confidence through doing, not just listening.
Flexible Structure
The programme structure is a guide, not a rigid prescription. Some schools want to prioritise certain areas in the first term — behaviour, SEND inclusion, play leadership. We work with you to sequence visits in a way that fits your school's most pressing needs.
Wet Play Provision
We look at what happens when it rains. Wet play is often an afterthought — a DVD, free time or chaos. We help schools build a purposeful, calm and engaging wet play offer that works for children and staff, with activities, resources and clear expectations.
No two schools are the same.
The programme structure gives you a clear framework, but we always start by listening. If your school needs to tackle behaviour in the first term, we prioritise that. If inclusion is the urgent need, we start there. The structure serves the school — not the other way around.
How It Works
The Implementation Pathway
Five phases delivered across one academic year — structured, sequenced and designed to create lasting change. Click any phase to explore what is included.
Your roadmap is built with you, not for you.
The pathway shown here is illustrative. As part of the Foundation Partnership, we co-design a bespoke implementation roadmap and visit schedule tailored to your school — your context, your priorities, your timeline.
Autumn Term
Phases 1 & 2
Spring Term
Phase 3 & 4
Summer Term
Phase 5
Resources & Equipment
The Right Resources. At the Right Price.
We know school budgets are tight. That is why we do not just tell you what to buy and leave you to it — we use our specialist contacts to source purposeful, cost-effective resources that are tailored to your school's specific needs.
Tailored to Your School
We do not recommend off-the-shelf packages. Every resource recommendation is based on what we have seen in your school — your spaces, your children, your priorities. Nothing generic.
Specialist Contacts
We work with a network of trusted suppliers who understand school play provision. This means you get access to quality resources that are purposeful, durable and appropriate — not just the cheapest option on a catalogue.
Cost-Effective Sourcing
We help schools save as much as possible. By knowing exactly what works and what does not, we prevent costly mistakes — no wasted spend on equipment that ends up in a cupboard after a week.
We make every pound count.
From small activity packs to full playground resource kits, we advise on what to buy, where to get it and how to use it — so schools invest confidently and children benefit immediately.
100%
In-School Guidance
Our Commitment to You
The Partnership Promise
When you join Playground Engagement, this is what we commit to — every time, in every school.
We won't overwhelm your staff.
We'll work alongside you — not just advise from a distance.
Every recommendation will be practical and achievable.
Every strategy will be designed for real schools.
We will adapt to your school's context, not the other way around.
We will continue supporting you long after the first visit.
We will never stop improving what we offer.
Your success is our success.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have a question? Get in touch and we will be happy to help.
Looking Ahead
The Future of the Partnership
When schools join Playground Engagement, they are joining something that is continually evolving. Our commitment is to keep developing new resources, training and opportunities that help schools create exceptional playtimes for years to come.
Partnership Portal
Coming SoonA secure online members area — access everything in one place. Updates, downloads, support and exclusive resources.
Downloadable Resource Library
Coming SoonPlay Lesson plans, seasonal activity packs, wet play activities, Play Leader resources, staff meeting presentations, printable posters and more.
Online Training Academy
Coming SoonA growing library of bite-sized professional development covering Positive Play, Supporting SEND, Conflict Resolution, Imaginative Play and more. Ideal for new staff induction.
Individual Playtime Support Library™
Coming SoonShort, practical support guides for Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language, Anxiety, Emotionally Based School Avoidance, Friendship Difficulties and Sensory Needs.
Playground Engagement Awards™
Coming SoonSchools work towards recognition through sustained improvement — Bronze, Silver, Gold Partnership School and Centre of Excellence. Certificates, digital badges and celebration resources included.
Play Leader Accreditation™
Coming SoonChildren develop leadership through progressive accreditation — annual certificates, badges, leadership journals, mentoring opportunities and graduation awards.
Annual Partnership Conference
Coming SoonOne day each year — sharing ideas, networking, the latest research, new resources and celebrating schools.
The Partnership Passport™
Coming SoonEvery partner school receives a professionally designed Passport that records their journey — milestones, training completed, award status, annual reviews and impact snapshots.
Annual Playtime Review
Coming SoonEvery year schools can benchmark progress, refresh training, identify next priorities, celebrate success and maintain momentum.
Also in development
Take the First Step
Ready to Transform Playtime in Your School?
Book a free, no-obligation consultation. We will listen to your school's needs and recommend the right programme for you.