Play spaces will typically involve combinations of: • Large areas of hard surfaces (for a range of ball games, rebound walls,
etc.); • Smaller hard surfaced areas for hop - scotch, elastics and other small group games; • Large grassed area for running, ball games, athletics and other
activities; • Play equipment for different aged students, catering for potentially large groups of students at any one
time and providing a range of types of
activities; • Small spaces with seating for individuals and small groups; • Smaller grassed areas for a variety of
activities requiring intimate spaces; • Sand play areas, dirt, water and planting for creative
activities; • Areas suitable for marbles, small cars and toys, digging, and play with loose materials and surfaces; • Areas for dramatic / role play which might include decks, cubbies and planting; • Shade and shelter, drinking water and other utilities; • Shrubs and trees for hiding, shelter, imaginative games; • Tables and seats for a range of group
activities; • Gathering spaces for assemblies, performances and community
activities; and, •
Quiet spaces as well as busy spaces.