A new UK Government took
office on 11 May and is in the process of deciding its position on
a number of policies and government strategies . As a result
the resources listed on this page may not reflect current
Government policy. All statutory guidance and legislation referred
to continues to reflect the current legal position unless indicated
otherwise.
We've grouped useful resources and further
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If you only read several things…
The following provide indispensable guidance to those
interested in children's play – so if you only have time to
read several things, these are definitely the right ones to
choose.
Embedding the Play Strategy
Strategic planning guidance to assist local authorities and
their partners in delivering the longer term aims of the national
Play Strategy.
www.playengland.org.uk/Page.asp?originx_810vt_2882626708979r61u_2009352357k
Jointly published by Play England and government departments
leading on play, this guidance helps providers strike a balance
between the risks and benefits of offering children challenging
play opportunities.
The guide shows how play providers can replace current risk
assessment practice with other approaches to risk management.
It also takes into account the benefits to children and young
people of challenging play experiences, as well as the risks.
www.playengland.org.uk/Page.asp?originx_9424fe_1139449502553e76o_2009171038g
This guide, jointly published by Play England and government
departments, explains how best to design good play spaces.
It covers how play spaces can be affordably maintained, how they
can give children and young people freedom to play creatively, and
yet still allow them to experience risk, challenge and
excitement.
www.playengland.org.uk/Page.asp?originx_2757hp_70994779705616h30y_2008630728a
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