Hill Croft Senior School

The existing outdoor provision at Hill Croft Senior School was dated and no longer met the needs of today’s students. To modernize the space, KOMPAN worked closely with the Education Authority Facilities Support Service to design a tailored outdoor gym that aligns with the specific requirements of a Special Educational Needs (SEN) senior school.

As part of our consultative approach, we explored how the outdoor gym equipment could best support the pupils. We identified a carefully selected mix of strength and cardio equipment designed to improve gross motor skills, encourage regular physical activity and support students’ individual needs. Our equipment ensures every student, regardless of ability, can engage in productive exercise while developing important physical skills.

Our outdoor gym equipment helps students strengthen their gross motor skills through resistance training, increase daily activity to reduce sedentary behavior and improve overall health through consistent, age-appropriate physical activity. The equipment also encourages sensory integration, using textures, motion, and resistance elements to support students with sensory processing challenges.

The benefits go beyond physical development! Having quality outdoor gym equipment that you would find in an indoor gym, as part of your school routine reduces stress and anxiety, improves mood, and provides structure to the school day. For SEN students, particularly those with autism or anxiety disorders, this safe, inclusive space supports both emotional regulation and social interaction. KOMPAN’s inclusive approach ensures that all pupils at Hill Croft Senior School can take part with the gym equipment designed for wheelchair users and students with limited mobility in mind.

The result is a state-of-the-art outdoor fitness space where every student can develop their physical, emotional, and social skills in an inclusive, engaging environment.