At Great Heath Academy, we are proud to offer OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning), a programme designed to enrich children’s play experiences and promote learning through the outdoors. OPAL encourages children to explore, take safe risks, and develop their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Our carefully designed outdoor spaces are filled with engaging resources that inspire curiosity and independent play. Through OPAL, children gain confidence, resilience, and a love for learning while enjoying active, imaginative, and meaningful playtime every day.

We kindly ask parents to read the OPAL procedure below to understand how we support safe and enjoyable outdoor play for all our children.

OPAL Play Procedure Great Heath March 2025.