- Your outdoor play area should be considered your outdoor classroom. Children will spend hours playing outdoors developing physical creativity, problem-solving, and social skills.
- The first consideration for the outdoor play area is SAFETY. Conduct monthly safety inspections of all outdoor play areas.
- A well-planned outdoor area is not only a stimulating and fun place to play; it is also an added value to your program.
- The location of your playground should be approved first by zoning. Consider the most visible location for the playground so that it is inviting to families.
- Regulations require specified square footage per child outdoors. Most states require separate play areas for different age groups.
- Outdoor areas must be contained within a fence; there may be specific fencing requirements in your community.
