OPAL

Outdoor Play & Learning

At River Primary we are invested in the OPAL Programme (Outdoor Play and Learning) to improve opportunities for physical activity, resilience, creativity, curiosity and happiness at lunchtimes through play. OPAL is based on the idea that, as well as learning through good teaching, children also learn when they play. As 20% of their time in school is playtime, we want to make sure that this amount of time (equivalent to 1.4 years of primary school) is as good as possible. An OPAL approach promotes a more inclusive play environment in which all children can feel comfortable to express themselves.