Our Playmakers
                                       Supporting high-quality, inclusive play for all children
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We are so lucky to have an incredible team of playmakers who make playtimes exceptional every single day.

Meet the team.

Mrs Massey
I love seeing pupils feeling a sense of achievement when they have solved a building problem or climbed to new heights on the pick up sticks.

Miss Dykes
It’s great to see all the children engaging in all the different aspects of Opal Play and using their problem solving skills where and when necessary. ​

Mrs Ward
I have enjoyed watching the different age groups engage together and experience the wonderful opportunities that Opal play has created. I’m sure they will all remember their time fondly  at Elloughton in years to come. ​

Mrs Audsley
To hear the ‘buzz’ and ‘busyness’ in each area is lovely. Also, to see children of all ages playing together and forming friendships across the key stages.

Miss Deacon
Recently it has been lovely to see the older children accessing the stage to practise for their talent show as the younger children watch on learning from their older peers. Showing no matter how old you are, you never lose your imagination.

Mrs Roberts
I love seeing the children absorbed in their play and when they have achieved something new ie: play a tune on the drums/learn a new dance, they are so excited to show us which is lovely

Mrs Wallis
I enjoy watching the children work out a way of doing what they want, it’s like they have an idea in their head and then use the equipment to make it happen. Also them being able to build it better each time.  This is especially applicable to the loose parts zone. ​

Mrs Sutherland
If you stand back and look and watch, you will see all children are engaged in all sorts of play!

Mrs Bates
OPAL play recognises the importance of play for every child, no matter their age. Offering them the opportunity to become absorbed in their own meaningful play experiences just like in their early years

Mrs Featherstone
It's lovely to watch the different age groups of children playing together, helping each other and importantly all having fun.

Mrs Welton
Observing the different age groups playing together and supporting, helping and having a nice time together.

Miss Watson
I love to see the children having such a great time playing with their friends and making memories. ​

​Mrs Robbins
I have loved seeing the transformation of our playgrounds from the start to now having so many outstanding opportunities and areas of play. The best part is that there is something for every child to enjoy, which is a really amazing to see and be apart of

​Mrs Roberts
I love seeing the older children look out for, and play with, the younger children. It is so lovely to see!