Are you thinking about starting the OPAL Primary Programme at your school?
Join us and be inspired by observing St Nicholas primary's platinum playtime, where kids get muddy, build dens, take risks, explore, experiment and achieve every single day! Plus, meet an OPAL mentor who will introduce you to the OPAL Primary Programme and answer any questions you may have about becoming an OPAL school.
This event is for headteachers from schools that are 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
11:45am–12pm Arrival
On arrival please register with your DBS/ID and help yourself to a coffee.
12pm–1pm Observation of playtime
Come and see an outstanding OPAL playtime in action - ask the children about how they manage risk and the grown-ups about the changes they have seen. We will be joined by schools currently going through the OPAL programme.
1pm–2pm Introduction to OPAL
Hear from the headteacher and other staff about their OPAL journey and learn more about the OPAL Primary Programme. There will also be an opportunity for Q&As and to speak with OPAL mentor Rachel Murray.
About St Nicholas Primary School
St Nicholas Primary School is a co-educational Church of England voluntary controlled school in Alcester, with 420 children on roll. Rooted in a strong Christian ethos, the school promotes friendship and consideration for others, fostering a friendly and caring culture where everyone is valued and accepted. St Nicholas achieved their OPAL Platinum Award in March 2025. Their wrap-around site includes tarmac areas, a large field, and woodland.
Additional information
There will be refreshments, but please bring a packed lunch and arrive in time to find a parking spot on the main and adjacent roads.
Please bring your DBS to this event.
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
