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Play for All - Universal Design for Inclusive Playgrounds
Inclusive playgrounds welcome all abilities to play
An inclusive playground can be accessed and enjoyed by all children.
The following information highlights the KOMPAN Play Institute’s recommendations for universal and inclusive playgrounds. The information is based on inspirational cases of universal playgrounds, design points for universal play equipment, and the Institute’s most recent research and user observation for 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.
Make "Play for All" happen with our guide on designing an inclusive playground.
6 Key design points for universal playgrounds
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
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