School playgrounds are a wonderful place for children to learn and explore. Children have a big range of developmental challenges and newfound abilities, and a variety of different types of elementary school playground equipment can provide fun and skill-building opportunities. Ideally, structures and playground activities for elementary-age children should continue to help them develop strength and coordination. This may include jungle gym playground equipment such as climbers, chain or cable walks, horizontal ladders, rung ladders, stepladders, overhead rings, ramps, slides, stairways, track rides, vertical sliding poles, and activity panels. No matter what type of equipment you’re looking for, at AAA State of Play, we can help you create the best possible playground for your students.
When shopping online, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure that you purchase the most suitable commercial toddler playground equipment for your facility.
How Much Does a School Playground Cost?
This price for an elementary playground can vary greatly, from around $50,000 to more than $100,000 depending on the size of the school and the structures you choose. A good rule of thumb is to determine how many children are going to use the playground at once, then budget $1,000 per child.
Do Middle Schools Have Playgrounds, Too?Yes, they often do: The benefits of play don’t end at age 11! That’s why we sell a variety of middle school playground equipment that can benefit older children as well.
What Should You Consider When Purchasing Play Structures?
It’s important to think about the ages of the children who will be playing on the equipment. When it comes to day-care playgrounds, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Commercial toddler playground equipment may not be appropriate for older children, as pieces of equipment for toddlers are made for children of their size and skill level. For instance, an item for a toddler often has handholds as well as small steps because toddlers are still learning balance and coordination. Alternatively, child care playground equipment designed for preschool or school-age children has larger steps and taller slides suitable for larger kids who are honing their gross motor skills.
What Are Some Features of Good Play Structures?
The playground equipment belonging to a day care must be easy to clean. Young children carry bacteria that can spread easily indoors as well as out, but our collection of playground equipment is simple to keep clean and looking its best.
Any successful day-care owner also needs to make sure that their play equipment can stand up to whatever the elements or the children can dish out. Our durable, commercial-grade components are built to last, so you won’t have to worry about replacement costs for a long, long time. In addition, we offer a warranty on many components, and the manufacturer often does, too, giving you added peace of mind.
Will I Have Enough Space for a Play Structure?
Before making a purchase of playground equipment for your day care, we suggest that you measure the available space. Along with following local regulations regarding playground equipment for day cares, you’ll want to make sure to buy the right structures for the space(s). For a smaller playground area, you may want to go with just two or three small pieces of equipment. However, if you have a large space, five or six pieces may work very well. In our selection of playground equipment for child care centers, you’ll notice that we include the width and height specifications of each piece of equipment, and we also include the dimensions of the use zone to give you an idea of the overall amount of space to allow for safe use of an item.
You’ll also want to consider the configuration of your specific space. For example, you should never put a piece of playground equipment right next to a fence. This is especially important with swings. By putting structures near a fence or up against one, you run the risk of one of the children falling off of the equipment and onto or over the fence. It’s important to check your local regulations so you can arrange the playground components in a safe manner.
How Much Does a School Playground Cost?
This price for an elementary playground can vary greatly, from around $50,000 to more than $100,000 depending on the size of the school and the structures you choose. A good rule of thumb is to determine how many children are going to use the playground at once, then budget $1,000 per child.
Are Play Structure Packages ADA-Compliant?
All of the structures we use are ADA Compliant. We also use ADA Compliant surfacing, including rubber mulch and wood mulch. AAA State of Play structure packages feature several best-selling play systems with distinct ways for kids to get active while at play. Whether it’s sliding, climbing, or playing with any of the various activity panels, AAA State of Play Turn-Key Playgrounds facilitate a plethora of playground activities that children love. Although many playground-goers will gravitate towards the structures’ elevated play components, such as slides and climbers, another benefit of our structure packages is that they feature various ground level activities. As a result, kids with mobility issues can still participate in playground activities and have fun with their friends.
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