partner Event

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

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.

1pm–1:30pm Sedgefield Hardwick’s OPAL journey

Hear from the headteacher and other staff about their OPAL journey and learn more about the OPAL Primary Programme.

1:30pm–2:15pm Introduction to OPAL

An introduction to the OPAL Primary Programme from Kate Gallon – OPAL North East Mentor. This is a chance to find out more and to ask any questions you may have.

2:15pm–2:30pm Evaluation and close

About Sedgefield Hardwick Primary School

Sedgefield Hardwick Primary is a thriving OPAL school located in Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees. The school has approximately 256 children aged two to eleven. It has two tarmac playgrounds, access to a MUGA, a large field and wooded areas.

Over the past four years, enthusiastic and dedicated members of the play team have transformed playtimes to include a wide variety of engaging areas and activities for the children to enjoy. They now make full use of the school grounds and have put excellent systems in place to ensure that playtimes run smoothly and are full of fun and variety. The school achieved and OPAL Platinum Award in July 2024, which is a testament to the outstanding play provision they have implemented.

Whether you are from a small or large school in the North East (or beyond), come along to see the transformation for yourself.

Additional information

Refreshments will be provided.

Please feel free to bring a packed lunch.

Parking is limited in school, so please car share where possible.

There is on-street parking available.

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.