Children have been climbing, balancing and scrambling their way through a new playground addition that is already proving a hit with pupils eager to test their skills.
A brand-new climbing frame has been unveiled at Drake Primary Academy, giving pupils a new way to build confidence, develop physical ability and work together during playtimes.
The equipment was funded through support from the school’s parent-teacher association (PTA), with money secured from the sale of the former Pelican Children’s Centre in Plymouth.
Installed over the Easter break, the structure was officially opened during a special moment at the school this week, with pupils among the first to try it out.
Staff pose with the new climbing frame funded with support from the PTA
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Pupils gather as the new climbing frame is officially opened at the school
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Drake Primary Academy, part of the Reach South Academy Trust, says outdoor play is an important part of pupils’ overall development, with physical activity and personal growth encouraged across the school.
Jacqueline Stephens, executive headteacher at Drake Primary Academy, said: “We are incredibly grateful to our PTA for their continued support and for securing this funding.
“The new climbing frame is a fantastic addition to our playground, and it is wonderful to see the children already making the most of it.”
