Playgrounds

St. John Bosco National School Play Area, Donegal Town

Photograph of large spinner and multiplay area in St John Bosco National School, Donegal Town. This school has play areas with separate equipment for junior and senior pupils.

Richard Gibson, CEDO, Donegal County Council.

St. John Bosco National School Play Area, Donegal Town
Richard Gibson, CEDO, Donegal County Council.

St. John Bosco National School Play Area, Donegal Town

Photograph of large spinner and multiplay area in St John Bosco National School, Donegal Town. This school has play areas with separate equipment for junior and senior pupils.

Richard Gibson, CEDO, Donegal County Council.

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Playground in the People's Park

Playground in the People’s Park in Co. Waterford. Notice how the equipment is made from wood and plastic, rather than metal.

©Waterford City Council

Playground in the People's Park
©Waterford City Council

Playground in the People's Park

Playground in the People’s Park in Co. Waterford. Notice how the equipment is made from wood and plastic, rather than metal.

©Waterford City Council

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Playgrounds can be one of the most important places for children outside the home. When you play games at a playground, it helps you to become stronger and more flexible.

 

Playgrounds also allow you to meet other children safely, have fun and make lots of friends.



Over the years, playgrounds have changed a lot. Twenty years ago, the see saws, climbing frames and monkey bars were made from metal. Today, modern plastic is used, because it is safer.



Do you have a playground at your school or one close by? How often do you go to the playground? What is your favourite game in the playground?