Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL)
At Pratts Bottom Primary School, we are deeply passionate about the transformative power of Outdoor Play and Learning. We believe that children learn best when they are given the opportunity to explore, create, and engage with the world around them in an environment that encourages curiosity, imagination, and resilience. Inspired by the principles of OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning), we are committed to providing children with regular access to high-quality outdoor experiences that not only enhance their physical development but also support their emotional, social, and cognitive growth.
Outdoor play is a vital part of our curriculum, offering children the freedom to experiment, take risks, and develop problem-solving skills in a dynamic, real-world setting. Whether it's through structured activities or child-led exploration, we ensure that every child has the space to thrive and develop a lifelong love for learning and nature. By embedding Outdoor Play and Learning into our school culture, we aim to foster well-rounded, confident individuals who are ready to face the challenges of tomorrow.
We are proud to be an OPAL school, an award-winning, mentor supported school improvement programme that addresses all the areas that schools must plan for if they want to strategically and sustainably improve the quality of their play opportunities.
For more information please see our play policy or follow the link to the OPAL website:
PBPS Play Policy