“All-Natural Timber Playspace by Jay’s Playground Solutions”
At Canning Vale Daycare, the outdoor learning environment has been reimagined through a stunning full-scale playground installation measuring 8.6m (L) x 6.2m (W) x 3.5m (H) — meticulously crafted and installed by Jay’s Playground Solutions. This project exemplifies a seamless integration of nature-inspired play and modern educational design, where architecture meets purposeful play.
A Nurturing Design Philosophy
Designed with an architect’s lens, the playspace embraces the Reggio Emilia philosophy, where the environment becomes the third teacher. Jay’s Playground Solutions created an immersive, tactile landscape using all-natural, sustainably sourced timber, evoking a sense of warmth and grounding for children. Each structural element is more than play equipment — it is a sculptural form that fosters open-ended exploration, imaginative play, and physical development.
The playground features:
- Elevated timber platforms connected with net bridges and climbing walls, promoting risk-assessed adventure play.
- A gently contoured white sand base that supports sensory discovery and barefoot engagement with the landscape.
- Robust shade sails in primary colours, creating visual stimulation while protecting young learners from UV exposure.
- Inclusive entry points, crawl tunnels, and wide steps designed for developmental inclusivity across ages and abilities.
- Embedded natural textures and loose parts to support STEM-aligned early learning in real-time outdoor classrooms.
Eco-Conscious Meets Functionality
The playspace celebrates biophilic design principles, where children are encouraged to build a relationship with the natural world. The use of natural hardwoods, combined with soft landscaping, edible gardens, and sensory paths,creates a sanctuary that is both educational and emotionally nurturing. This low-maintenance, durable play environment is ideal for early childhood education centres seeking sustainable outdoor infrastructure.
Jay’s Playground Solutions continues to redefine outdoor play through conscious design, harmonising safety, learning, and aesthetic excellence. The Canning Vale Daycare project is a model of how thoughtfully designed environments can support every facet of a child’s growth — intellectually, emotionally, and physically.
Ready to transform your space? Contact Jay’s Playground Solutions to bring your natural play vision to life.