ESP are specialists in the design and installation of school play equipment, EYFS outdoor play and playground design. Our unique range of outdoor play equipment has been proven to deliver high quality learning experiences for young people throughout the UK. We are the only playground provider to offer CPD Training awards for teacher development, which have received a national accreditation from the Association for Physical Education. We recognise the playground and specific outdoor play equipment as a context to deliver real improvements across the whole school and wider community.
We believe that sustainability is important and that’s why we only use timber from FSC managed sources throughout our entire range of products.
All our products are designed to comply with BS EN 1176. Our specially trained designers are aware of all the relevant standards to ensure your products and the play area they are a part of is as safe as necessary. To ensure we haven’t missed anything we have all our products independently inspected before and after installation.
ESP offers a large range of wooden playground shelters that are designed and manufactured using carefully selected timber from well managed sustainable forests, to suit every size and style of playground.
Our timber represents a distinctive style with unrivalled quality at an affordable price to offer schools best value. Specifically designed accessories to fit our range of shelters and pergolas are available to further enhance your use for outdoor learning and comfort.
The range for ESP caters for teaching environments, shaded eating areas, meeting areas, parent waiting areas or playground shelters allowing children to be out in the fresh air even during inclement weather.
With a 15 year life guarantee and made from the highest quality laminated timber, our range is hard to beat in terms of value for money, quality and appearance.
As a UK manufacturer, ESP have a large portfolio of standard playground shelters, canopies and outdoor classrooms.
• Natural Outdoor Play Equipment
• Long Lasting Timber
• Forest Schools Theme
• Outdoor Learning
• Imaginative
• Unique to ESP
• Physical
• Exploration
Shelters, Pergolas & Outdoor Classrooms
Polycarbonate canopies are becoming increasingly popular for school playgrounds due to their numerous benefits. These canopies provide a range of advantages, including protection from the elements, durability and safety, easy maintenance, aesthetic appeal, and versatility.
One of the main benefits of polycarbonate canopies is their ability to protect playground users from the elements. Whether it's providing shade from the sun or shelter from rain and snow, these canopies create a more comfortable outdoor space that can be used year-round. They also help to protect playground equipment from weather damage, extending the lifespan of the equipment and reducing maintenance costs. Additionally, polycarbonate canopies are easy to maintain and require minimal repairs, which can save schools time and money in the long run.
In terms of aesthetics, polycarbonate canopies come in a range of colors and styles, making it easy to choose a design that complements the school's architecture and overall aesthetic. They are also highly versatile and can be customized to fit a variety of shapes and sizes, creating unique and functional outdoor spaces that meet the needs of the school and its students.
Protection
Durability & Safety
Easy Maintenance
Aesthetic Appeal
Versatility
Outdoor classrooms offer a variety of benefits to students and teachers alike. One of the most obvious benefits is the opportunity to engage in hands-on, experiential learning in a natural environment. This type of learning has been shown to increase student engagement, motivation, and retention of information. Additionally, being in nature has been found to reduce stress and anxiety and increase overall well-being, which can lead to improved academic performance.
Another benefit of outdoor classrooms is the opportunity for students to develop a deeper connection with nature and the environment. This connection can foster a sense of environmental responsibility and stewardship, as well as a desire to protect and preserve natural resources. Additionally, outdoor classrooms can help students develop a sense of place and community, as they become familiar with the natural surroundings and engage in activities that promote teamwork and collaboration.
Furthermore, outdoor classrooms can help break up the monotony of traditional classroom settings and provide a change of scenery that can enhance creativity and inspire new ideas.
Reduced Stress & Anxiety
Opportunities for Physical Activity & Fresh Air
Development of Environmental Responsibility & Stewardship
ESP Play specialises in Outdoor Playground Equipment for EYFS, Primary and Secondary schools. ESP recognise the need for outdoor playground equipment that not only engages the children in high quality physical activity, but also assist with their learning and development.
Our school playground equipment range boasts everything from trim trail items to Science and Maths play items, making it possible for us to design playgrounds for all age ranges and abilities. ESP offer all schools a completely free playground design and consultation service in order to present how your school play equipment will look following your installation.
Our team of fully trained graphic designers will listen to your brief very carefully and make recommendations on what school playground equipment is best for you. Following receipt of your order, we will make arrangements for everything to be manufactured and installed.
We ensure your new outdoor playground equipment complies with European standards and hand your after sales care pack over to you, which includes all you need to know on how to look after your new playground. Call
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At ESP Play, we believe that children deserve the best playground equipment. That’s why we design, manufacture and install outdoor play equipment that transforms school yards into vibrant spaces for enjoyment and learning. We cater for young people of all ages and needs, manufacturing age-appropriate, inclusive school playground equipment for Early Years, primary, secondary and SEND pupils. Click: https://www.espplay.co.uk/get-a-brochure or Scan:-
Installation Services
Where ESP install the Goods, ESP guarantees the workmanship of the installation for a period of 12 months.
Goods
The Goods are comprised of various materials, all of which have the different guarantee periods set out below.
Timber
- 15 years: Timber Rounds (Radiata Pine & Laminated Redwood)
- 15 years: Sawn Timber (Fifths Redwood)
- 15 years: Timber Treatment
- 12 months: Plywood
Thermoplastic
Our playground markings are all installed using thermoplastic. When applied, thermoplastic will last for many years with little to no maintenance required. We use a glass bead additive on every installation so the markings have extra grip. The warranty only applies to the adherence to a tarmac surface in accordance with installation instructions.
- 3 years: Thermoplastic Playground Markings
Surfacing
- 5 years: Artificial Grass. Applies to all sports grass materials and play grass materials.
- 5 years: Wetpour Surfacing. Applies to workmanship and materials when laid onto an approved appropriate sub-base with precast concrete edgings.
- 5 years: Rubber Mulch (structural).
- 12 months: Rubber Mulch UV Colour Guarantee.
- 2 years: Grass Matting
Resin Bonded Gravel
- 5 years: UV Guarantee
- 6 years: Surface Stability Guarantee
Steel & Metalwork
- 20 years: Steel-Work – Structural
- 20 years: Galvanising
- 5 years: Powder Coating
Plastic Slides and Tunnels
- 5 years: Structural Guarantee
Swings Seats
- 2 years: Structural Guarantee
Ropework & Chain
The rope-work is made by binding steel wire inside a polypropylene twine which makes it ultra durable and long lasting. All the eyelet fixings are high-impact plastic and the ferrules are all aluminum for the highest quality.
- 2 years: Reinforced Rope
- 1 year: Polypropylene Rope
- 1 year: Chain
Plastic
All plastic panels are made from HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) that is highly durable. All panels are also UV stable and graffiti resistant.
- 5 years: Polydek Panels - Materials and UV Stability
- 5 years: HDPE (High Density Polyethylene)
Panels - Materials and UV Stability
Fixings
Every fixing used is zinc coated, galvanised or stainless steel for rust resistance to ensure peace of mind for years to come.
- 1 year: Bolts, Screws, Nuts, Washers, Security Fixings, Bolt Caps, Steel Brackets
Polycarbonate
We use polycarbonate plastic on all our wall boards and table tops because it is tough.
- 1 Year: Wall Boards
- 1 Year: Table Tops
- 10 Years: Roofing Sheets
Handgrips
- 1 year: Standard
- 1 year: Alphabet
Sail Shades
- 1 year: UV Stable Tensioned Sail
Playground Marking Removal Service
- Where a marking removal service is provided, the area where the marking is removed may be scarred but this appearance should improve over time.
We believe that climate change is the biggest threat we have faced as a global community. As a business, we recognise our responsibility, and that urgent action is needed to improve the most dangerous impacts of climate change on people and the planet. This requires the rapid reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. We must be realistic with our strategic actions and embed attainable objectives over time which contribute to a transition to a carbon net zero economy globally.
Through our responsible sourcing strategy, our business will ensure we partner with suppliers who are equally committed to helping drive the positive transition to a net-zero future. We are committed to creating “Trusted Supply Chain Relationships,” where we work in partnership to action change and execute transformation which is built on a secure foundation of clear measurable goals.
https://www.espplay.co.uk/climate-position/
Using the latest professional CAD software and years of industry experience, our team of specially trained playground designers will prepare a full colour, A1 playground design which will provide your school with the best possible illustration of how your playground could look.
Your playground design starts with a visit to your school from your regional ESP representative. Our representative will listen very carefully to your specific requirements and vision, whilst also providing you with the most up-to-date expert advice on how you could develop your playground. Following a full site survey and thorough assessment of your playground areas, your ESP representative will brief one of our in-house playground designers.
The designers will get to work in producing an outstanding design that will clearly illustrate the proposed layout and flow of the new development.
https://www.espplay.co.uk/free-playground-design-service/
At ESP Play, we believe that children deserve the best playground equipment. That’s why we design, manufacture and install outdoor play equipment that transforms school yards into vibrant spaces for enjoyment and learning. We cater for young people of all ages and needs, manufacturing age-appropriate, inclusive school playground equipment for Early Years, primary, secondary and SEND pupils. Click: https://www.espplay.co.uk/get-a-brochure or Scan:-
