White paper
Play for all - Universal design for inclusive playgrounds
Inclusive playgrounds welcomes children of all abilities to play
This publication showcases the KOMPAN Play Institute’s recommendations for universal and inclusive playgrounds. Based on inspirational cases of universal playgrounds, design points for universal play equipment, and the Institute’s most recent research and user observation on inclusive play.
Universal design and inclusive playgrounds are fundamental to KOMPAN’s DNA. The KOMPAN Play Institute has engaged in testing and developing play activities for children of all abilities since the early 1990s.
An inclusive playground can be accessed and enjoyed by all children. You can check out how to design and inclusive playground here.
White paper
Play for all - Universal designs for inclusive playgrounds
6 Universal playground design points
Accessible, inclusive routing and infrastructure
Access to relevant ground-level activities
Access to relevant elevated-level activities
Support thrilling and challenging play
Support social interaction
Variation in play activities
Play webinars and white papers
A Design Checklist for Success with Inclusive Playgrounds
Equality in play - Survey on playground use in children with disabilities
Climbing activates tween girls - How to increase tween girls' physical activity
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