Come and see for yourself....
Thinking about starting the OPAL Primary Programme at your school? Join us and be inspired by observing one of the best school playtimes in the country. Where kids get muddy, build dens, take risks, explore, experiment and achieve every single day!
This event is for headteachers from schools interested in starting the OPAL Primary Programme. If the head is unable to attend, please send a suitable deputy. We allow for two tickets per school, so you are also welcome to bring a member of your teaching staff.
Agenda
10am–10:30am Introduction to OPAL
An introduction to the OPAL Primary Programme from the North East OPAL team. Join the headteacher to hear about their journey to outstanding playtimes and take the opportunity to ask questions.
10:30am–10:50am Observation of playtime
Come and see a OPAL playtime in action - ask the children about how they manage risk and the grown-ups about the changes they have seen.
10:50am–11am Evaluation and close
About Marton Manor Primary School
Marton Manor is a mainstream primary school located in a suburban area of Middlesbrough. It is a welcoming, friendly and inclusive school that has a local community feel. The school is set in extensive grounds, which helps maximise the play opportunities for all children.
Marton Manor pride themselves on being an inclusive school with a warm and nurturing family feel. All staff work hard to ensure each child’s unique potential is at the heart of their approach to learning. The school believes in working together to enable all children to become resilient, lifelong thinkers and learners who are well-equipped for today’s diverse society.
Additional information
Tea and coffee will be available.
Parking will be within the local community or at Stewart Park, which is a couple of minutes walk away.
Only two tickets per school. If you can no longer come, please let us know so we can release your place to another school.
About the OPAL Primary Programme
The OPAL Primary Programme is 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.
Find out more: www.outdoorplayandlearning.org.uk
