North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle
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The North East showcase at Stocksfield Avenue Primary School is scheduled for 24 February 2027. This event is aimed at headteachers interested in the OPAL Primary Programme, which focuses on enhancing playtime experiences for children. Attendees will observe exemplary school play practices.
OPAL supports schools to develop a culture where play is valued, embedded and enables children to have amazing playtimes every single day.
Come and see for yourself...
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!
School improvement for outstanding playtimes
The OPAL Primary Programme supports schools to develop key areas around policy, planning, risk management, staffing, design, grounds development, resources and playwork training.
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
10am–10:20am Welcome
10:20am–11am Observation of playtime
Come and see a platinum OPAL playtime in action - ask the children about how they manage risk and the grown-ups about the changes they have seen.
11am–11:30am Introduction to OPAL
Hear from an OPAL mentor during this introductory presentation on the OPAL Primary Programme.
About Stocksfield Avenue Primary School
Stocksfield Avenue started their OPAL journey in February 2024 and they are now an OPAL Platinum Award school. This incredible achievement is testament to the commitment, value, and passion they have shown towards continually developing their playtimes. The play offer at Stocksfield Avenue is inclusive, high quality, and exciting. Children have opportunities to build, dig, dance, and zoom around on wheeled toys with joy and freedom. The OPAL Primary Programme has transformed the whole school.
Additional information
Refreshments will be provided.
Parking is available on the school site.
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.
Find out more: www.outdoorplayandlearning.org.uk (https://outdoorplayandlearning.org.uk/)
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Frequently asked questions
North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle takes place on Wednesday, 24 February 2027 at 10:00.
North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle is held at Stocksfield Avenue Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne (Saint Cuthberts Road, Fenham, NE5 2DQ).
Entry to North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Stocksfield Avenue Primary School can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle
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Stocksfield Avenue Primary School · Newcastle upon Tyne
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The North East showcase at Stocksfield Avenue Primary School is scheduled for 24 February 2027. This event is aimed at headteachers interested in the OPAL Primary Programme, which focuses on enhancing playtime experiences for children. Attendees will observe exemplary school play practices.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
OPAL supports schools to develop a culture where play is valued, embedded and enables children to have amazing playtimes every single day.
Come and see for yourself...
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!
School improvement for outstanding playtimes
The OPAL Primary Programme supports schools to develop key areas around policy, planning, risk management, staffing, design, grounds development, resources and playwork training.
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
10am–10:20am Welcome
10:20am–11am Observation of playtime
Come and see a platinum OPAL playtime in action - ask the children about how they manage risk and the grown-ups about the changes they have seen.
11am–11:30am Introduction to OPAL
Hear from an OPAL mentor during this introductory presentation on the OPAL Primary Programme.
About Stocksfield Avenue Primary School
Stocksfield Avenue started their OPAL journey in February 2024 and they are now an OPAL Platinum Award school. This incredible achievement is testament to the commitment, value, and passion they have shown towards continually developing their playtimes. The play offer at Stocksfield Avenue is inclusive, high quality, and exciting. Children have opportunities to build, dig, dance, and zoom around on wheeled toys with joy and freedom. The OPAL Primary Programme has transformed the whole school.
Additional information
Refreshments will be provided.
Parking is available on the school site.
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.
Find out more: www.outdoorplayandlearning.org.uk (https://outdoorplayandlearning.org.uk/)
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Saint Cuthberts Road, Fenham, NE5 2DQ
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle?
North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle takes place on Wednesday, 24 February 2027 at 10:00.
Where is North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle taking place?
North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle is held at Stocksfield Avenue Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne (Saint Cuthberts Road, Fenham, NE5 2DQ).
How much are tickets for North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle?
Entry to North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle?
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How do I get tickets for North East showcase: Stocksfield Avenue Primary School, Newcastle?
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