Play & Fitness Equipment for
Schools
Promote Fitness Through Play
Enhance children's mental health
Encourage social integration
Maximise the potential of your school playground with play and fitness equipment that enhances pupils' physical, social, emotional, and mental development. With the right outdoor playground equipment, these spaces offer immense play value for children, supporting improved academic performance, mental well-being and more. KOMPAN provides a diverse range of school playground equipment, including inclusive play systems designed to cater to all abilities and developmental stages.
Customer case
Shaping School Playgrounds with Industry-Leading Playground Equipment
This school on the outskirts of London teamed up with the innovative minds at KOMPAN to transform their old play area into a new outdoor space for the kids to finally get excited about, providing colourful, inclusive, and educational playground equipment for the pupils at school to enjoy. This includes high quality play towers, sensory play, rope play and more.
The objective was to create a school playground that promotes inclusive and active play in a safe and secure setting while maximising play value and meets the requirements of their students, who have a range of educational needs.
"It has been pain free working with KOMPAN. Ray has been absolutely amazing from start to finish. When he came in with designs, he listened to what we wanted. He listened to any changes we wanted to make, all within our budget and gave us ideas we hadn’t thought of that the kids would like."
- Katie Goodwin, Head Teacher at St Nicholas School
Outdoor Play & Fitness Equipment for Schools
Designing School Playground Equipment Inspired by Research
Children are the experts in play and having fun. At KOMPAN, we combine our industry knowledge and expertise in child development with their love of fun to create educational and engaging outdoor playground equipment for UK schools.
KOMPAN focuses on children's development through various methods. For example, our collaboration with the KOMPAN Play Institute, KOMPAN Fitness Institute, and the World Playground Research Institute ensure that children are actively involved in the research and testing of our new playground equipment. By studying the effects of outdoor play at school, we gain valuable insights into how play supports development across various stages of childhood.
This enables KOMPAN to design industry-leading outdoor playground equipment for school playgrounds, helping students to learn, stay active, and acquire valuable life skills through play. KOMPAN offers a variety of products suited for every age group and ability, including children in Nursery, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, and those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
The Benefits of Carefully Designed Play Areas and Innovative Playground Equipment
In order for children to learn effectively in the classroom, they require engaging play and physical activity. Through play, children are able to explore and acquire knowledge about the world, discover their own abilities, and develop as individuals. Play is closely linked to the development of their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
The presence of high quality playground equipment within a school has a direct impact on children's ability to learn and develop. For example, climbing helps children exercise their logical thinking and spatial awareness, while spinning activities help improve their balance, which is associated with the development of maths skills.
School playgrounds should be considered outdoor classrooms, where children can develop essential skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. In addition to offering play equipment for development, it is also crucial in the UK to promote equity in school playgrounds. This is why KOMPAN provides a range of inclusive outdoor playground equipment for schools.
KOMPAN customers: UK school playgrounds and outdoor fitness areas
Kilsyth Primary School, North Lanarkshire
Corpus Christi Primary School, Glasgow
Hednesford Valley High School
St Nicholas School, United Kindgdom
Acorn Park SEN School
ACS Cobham, International School
Critchill School Playground
Hallfields Primary School
Holbrook School for Autism
Boothville Primary School, United Kingdom
Segbroek College, Netherlands
North Tampa Christian Academy, United States
Hældager School, Denmark
Early Learning Village, Singapore
Kreismäuse Düren, Germany
Key Considerations When Choosing Playground Equipment for Schools
A successful school playground depends on several key factors, but above all, it must be a safe and enjoyable space for children to thrive. At KOMPAN, we offer innovative products and tailored solutions to maximise play value and support children’s development.
Each School Playground Requires a Tailor-Made Plan
KOMPAN provides playground equipment suited to all spaces. For schools with natural green spaces, our wooden playground equipment blends seamlessly into the surroundings, teaching children to appreciate nature. Alternatively, if your school is located in a town or city with limited space, we offer tall play systems and rope domes that are designed to pack maximum play value into compact areas.
It is also important to consider the specific needs of your pupils, ensuring they have access to inclusive and accessible playground equipment.
Kids’ Fitness & Sport Equipment
KOMPAN’s Multi-Use Games Areas (MUGAs) are designed to help teachers deliver engaging PE lessons that encourage students to stay active. Our outdoor sports courts come in a variety of sizes and configurations, offering multiple sports on a single court – perfect for schools looking to make the most of their outdoor space. In addition to this, we offer fitness playground equipment that encourages children to partake in fitness from an early age.
“The children’s behaviour has improved, they are a lot more entertained and their play has been a lot more imaginative. There is now a lot less negative behaviour. It has been a success"
Katie Goodwin, Head Teacher at St Nicholas School
How KOMPAN Can Assist with School Playground Projects
Planning Checklist
To help you decide what type of playground is suitable for your project and concept, we have created a step-by-step checklist that will prompt your thinking process and guide you in the right direction.
Budgeting & price
How much does a playground or outdoor fitness area cost? There is no simple answer to that question, but we are here to guide you in the right direction. To get the overall idea, check out our breakdown of costs.
Grants & Funding
A grant is a financial aid from different types of organisations that allocate funds for playground projects in the community. Grants are a great way to realise a playground project or an outdoor fitness site. Funding is oftentimes also available in your community. Learn more about your options here:
Installation
At KOMPAN, we provide commercial playground installation services and conduct post-installation inspections to ensure compliance with all safety regulations. Following an install, we can provide regular testing and inspection services to maintain the safety of your outdoor playground or fitness area. Building a fitness site or playground can be complex, but we are here to help and guide you in the right direction.
Inclusive design
The main design features of a standout playground for all abilities and all ages are accessibility, stay-ability and usability. Read and learn more about our play experts' approach to designing inclusive playgrounds here:
Warranties
All playgrounds endure the harsh conditions of UK weather and regular wear and tear, eventually giving in to the elements of their natural surroundings over time. You can learn more about our industry-leading warranties here:
High quality materials
At KOMPAN, we use only high-quality materials because quality endures. It’s a straightforward equation that pays off in the long run. Our playgrounds are designed to last and the advantages of investing in top-quality materials are worth the initial cost.
Service and Maintenance
To ensure the longevity of the playground equipment, we offer regular maintenance. Our KOMPAN-certified technicians perform maintenance on all kinds of brands, from extensive repairs to much more straightforward repairs. Learn more here:
KOMPAN Whitepapers
More active play and social integration with fewer conflicts
Low maintenance playgrounds built to last
Durable, low maintenance and crafted from the highest quality materials, our playgrounds come with an industry-leading warranty. This makes KOMPAN playground equipment a dependable choice for schools and a reliable resource for children, supporting active school days today, tomorrow, and for years to come.
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