OPAL

Over the past two years, Telford Infant School has worked with great commitment and enthusiasm to transform the quality of play for all pupils through the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning Programme).  Our playgrounds provide rich, varied and engaging play opportunities for children including:

·       Building and construction with recycled loose parts

·       Creative art and craft activities

·        Sand and water play

·       Mud kitchen experiences

·       Wheeled play

·       Sporting opportunities

These diverse play options ensure that every child can find something that sparks their curiosity, creativity and enjoyment during playtime. The OPAL Gold Award recognises the sustained effort, creativity and commitment shown by staff, pupils and families throughout the OPAL journey. The progress made demonstrates what can be achieved when a school places children’s play at the heart of its ethos.

We use a lot of resources to ensure the children have a wide vareity of things to use. With this in mind we would love your help with donations. We are currently seeking the following items –   
  • Chalk
  • Toy animals 
  • Bubble mixture
  • Fabrics
  • Soft toys
  • Action figures
  • Small toy cars


We would also love a big item on the field such as a canoe or rowing boat!  Please get in touch if you have anything like this.


 If you would like to learn more about the OPAL Primary Programme, please have a look at the OPAL website where there are videos and testimonies from schools around the country.