Loving God,

Thank you for the gift of play,

for muddy shoes and busy hands,

for laughter that rings like church bells

across our playground.

When we build, may we build with kindness.

When we run, may we run with joy.

When we disagree, may we choose peace.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

At our school, we believe that play is an essential part of every child’s development. We are proud to be part of the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) programme -  an award-winning, mentor-supported initiative designed to transform school playtimes into rich, vibrant, and inclusive outdoor adventures. 

Children spend up to 20% of their time in school at play. Over seven years of primary education, this adds up to roughly 1.4 years of school life. Through OPAL, we ensure that every single one of those minutes is packed with opportunity, creativity, and joy!

See below for more information about our OPAL journey!