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This project successfully funded on 20th April 2026, you can still support them with a donation.
Playground appeal
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Aim
We are raising funds for a new SEN-friendly playground, which will cost over £150,000 to provide specialist equipment for our learners.
Help Us Transform Our Outdoor Spaces at Cann Bridge School!
At Cann Bridge School, we know that outdoor spaces are more than just play areas—they are essential learning environments that support our learners’ education, well-being, and development. As a special school, we place a strong emphasis on providing spaces that cater to a wide range of needs, from sensory regulation and therapeutic support to developing independence, communication, and social skills.
Many of our classrooms have dedicated outdoor areas that enhance teaching and learning, providing essential regulation spaces, sensory circuits, and opportunities for play and exploration. For our older learners, these areas support practical skills like gardening and horticulture, helping to build confidence and life skills. However, these spaces and our lower and upper school playgrounds have become tired and no longer fully meet the needs of our learners. We are committed to upgrading these areas to create safe, stimulating, and adaptable spaces that meet a diverse range of sensory, academic, and play needs.
Our Plan for Improvement
We are currently engaging with specialist organisations to develop plans and provide quotes for improving our outdoor spaces. To ensure the project is both achievable and sustainable, we will break it into several phases, focusing on the most critical upgrades first and building upon them over time. This phased approach will allow us to make meaningful progress while ensuring that each stage is carefully planned and delivered successfully. Once we have this information it will be published on our website.
Why Are Outdoor Spaces So Important?
High-quality outdoor environments provide numerous benefits for our students, including:
✅ Adaptability for Different Needs – Spaces that can be adjusted to support a variety of learning styles, physical abilities, and sensory preferences.
✅ Sensory Regulation – Quiet areas, sensory circuits, and varied textures to help students manage their emotions and stay engaged in learning.
✅ Communication & Social Interaction – Play spaces that encourage teamwork, turn-taking, and the development of vital social skills.
✅ Physical & Motor Skills Development – Safe and engaging equipment that promotes movement, coordination, and confidence-building.
✅ Academic & Life Skills Learning – Outdoor areas that support structured lessons, exploration, and hands-on learning experiences.
✅ Well-being & Mental Health – Thoughtfully designed spaces that promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall happiness.
How You Can Help
We believe that every child deserves access to an outdoor space that meets their individual needs, whether that’s a quiet corner for sensory regulation, an interactive play area for social development, or a hands-on gardening space to build independence. Your support will help us bring these plans to life and ensure our outdoor spaces provide the best possible opportunities for our students.
Join us in making a difference!
Thank you for helping us create a learning environment where every learner can thrive!
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made