Beyond the Classroom showcases resources designed to cater to the day-to-day needs of schools, students, staff and parents.
This section features a broad range of products, programs and services for schools that aim to enhance educational outcomes for students.
It covers everything from playground equipment and school camps, which aim to encourage outdoor play, physical activity and student interaction; to before and after school care providers whose programs have been a welcome addition to schools across Australia; as well as school uniform providers, locker specialists, furniture suppliers and other resources that are utilised beyond the classroom.
When planning a future-focused learning environment, this process cannot be based on normative theories, but rather, must be grounded in contemporary learning theories, i.e. situated and personalised learning theories. Learning space expert Peter C. Lippman discusses translating learning theory into spatial design.
With today’s youth typically less active than in the past, WillPlay has launched the Urban Warrior range which is designed to appeal to students of all ages, encouraging physical activity and promoting greater core strength.
Dedicated to creating playgrounds with universal designs that support equality in play, KOMPAN Australia has released a new publication that highlights the importance of inclusive play and provides guidelines on creating spaces for all.
At Warrnambool College in Victoria’s south-west, Year 7 students take part in a camp at Campaspe Downs, helping them to form lasting new friendships as they enter the next chapter of their schooling.
WillPlay’s General Manager Nathan Lee shares tips for choosing the right school playground for a variety of learning environments.
Impressed by the quality and durability provided by Excel Lockers, Reddam House School in Sydney enlisted the company’s services once again to cater to student growth, building on a business relationship that extends almost a decade.