O.L.P.S. OPAL Zones

Stage area and fancy dress costumes
 
 
In our stage area we have a wide range of costumes, a music system and props. The children take pleasure in being imaginative, dressing up, dancing, and showcasing their talents to others!
 
Woods Zone/ Mud Kitchen
 
 
Join us in our mud kitchen for a baking session! Using the natural resources available our children craft delightful creations and enjoy the process of experimenting with various natural materials while embracing the mess!
We also use a range of loose parts to build dens expanding the children's imagination using the resources in this area.
 
 
 
Wheeled Zones
 
 
Our wheeled zones are a popular space for children to engage in wheeled activities and it provides opportunities for children to practise scooting abilities. Additionally, we offer a variety of other wheeled items such as scuttle boards, pushchairs and scooter boards. 

 
Small World/ Planters
 
 
We have an large selection of small world resources designed to help children in enhancing their imagination through play. Also, it provides an excellent opportunity for children to forge friendships and practice social interactions while engaging in play with their peers, thereby creating stories and games.
 
 
Sports Zones/ Field area 
 
 
We provide a variety of sports equipment to offer to our children, promoting their fitness and health. They take part in various activities, including basketball, active boards, tennis, football, rugby, circuits and space hoppers.
 
 
Sand Pit Zone
 
 
We are fortunate to have a spacious sandpit that allows the children to construct structures and engage in sand play with their peers. The children have access to various resources that enhance their sand play experience.
 
 
Arts & Craft Zone
 
 
In the gazebo located at the beginning of the field, children are provided with the chance to unleash their creativity through a variety of resources. This space offers a tranquil and serene environment for them to express themselves.
 
 
Trim trail and Hammocks
The children are provided with opportunities to enhance their core strength and physical capabilities. Our trim trail creates possibilities for children to navigate across the climbing wall, balance on different sized logs and walk along the slack lines. In our woods area our children can lie down, sit and gently sway and relax in the hammocks.
 
KS1 & KS2 playground
 
 
Water Wall 
We have introduced an interactive child-led water wall to our KS1 playground. It promotes fine motor skills (grip, strength,coordination) and problem-solving skills. Also it fosters curiosity, teamwork and explores scientfic principles such as gravity, speed and volume and developss mathmatical concepts full/empty and capacity. 
Calm Corners

For children seeking a moment of tranquillity or preferring a less active environment, we offer designated calm corners. In these spaces,  children can sit back read a book and unwind or engage in some quiet time with a friend.