Self-directed, open-ended play is essential to our happiness and development – no matter how young or old we are.
When adults help to create, maintain, improve and advocate for children’s opportunities for play, that is playwork.
Playworkers remove barriers that stand between children and play – physical, social or attitudinal – in a variety of ways and locations, coming from and drawing upon a range of disciplines.
We are all invested in children’s happiness, and, whether we’re parents, professionals, or simply adults who care, we are able to help build physical and social landscapes that can help children live with more joy, curiosity, friendship and freedom every day. When we do that, we’re making a world that’s better for all of us, now and in the future.
Some really thoughtful information – many thanks