Our team was commissioned by an SEN school in Hampshire to renovate an existing outdoor play area that had become unsafe and uninspiring. The space contained rotten timber walkways and fencing, worn play equipment, outdated safety surfacing, and lacked visual appeal. The objective of the project was to create a safe, bright, and engaging environment that would encourage play and exploration while ensuring durability and ease of maintenance. Swipe for more The renovated play area incorporated a range of improvements to enhance safety, accessibility, and visual appeal. Key aspects of the works included Full resurfacing:
The entire area was resurfaced with durable safety surfacing, creating a clean, level, and impact-absorbing environment suitable for all users New walkway and fencing:
A new timber walkway was installed to provide safe and accessible circulation throughout the space, accompanied by new fencing to replace the old, rotten sections and improve boundary security Brightened environment:
The project included thoughtful design choices to enhance visual appeal, making the space more inviting and stimulating for children Integration with existing features:
Where possible, usable elements of the previous equipment were retained and incorporated into the new layout to provide continuity and cost efficiency Several challenges were carefully addressed during the project to ensure a high-quality outcome Deteriorated structures:
The existing timber walkways and fencing were rotten and unsafe. These were carefully removed and replaced with robust, long-lasting materials Updating outdated surfacing:
The old safety surfacing was worn and non-compliant. The full replacement was carefully planned and executed to ensure a level, safe, and visually consistent finish across the area Maintaining accessibility:
All features, including the new walkway and surfacing, were designed to provide full accessibility for all pupils, including those with additional needs The completed project successfully transformed the play area into a safe, bright, and engaging space. The combination of new surfacing, walkway, and fencing, along with retained elements where appropriate, has revitalised the environment and enhanced its functionality and appeal. The school was extremely pleased with the results, appreciating the improved safety, accessibility, and visual transformation. The renovated play area now provides a welcoming and inspiring outdoor environment for all pupils to enjoy. Play Area Renovation at an SEN School in Hampshire
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