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Playground design & installation
Morti Sport & Play specialise in the design and installation of high-quality playgrounds and outdoor play spaces across the UK. We work with schools, SEN settings, colleges, architects, developers and local authorities to create safe, inclusive and engaging environments for children and young people. From early concept to final sign-off, we manage the full process so you get a compliant, durable play area that suits your users, site and budget.
Morti’s approach to playground design & installation
Morti Sport & Play understand the unique requirements involved in playground design and installation projects across education and community settings. We regularly collaborate with headteachers, SENCOs, business managers, estates teams, local authority officers, architects and developers to deliver schemes that work in the real world. During our site survey, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your goals, challenges and any specific needs – whether that’s inclusive play for wheelchair users, robust equipment for high footfall housing developments, or curriculum-linked outdoor learning spaces. Play areas are an essential part of schools, colleges, SEN provisions and community spaces. They encourage group play, support key cognitive and physical development, promote wellbeing and can even be designed to support the curriculum or specific therapeutic outcomes – as well as providing essential space for fun and free play. Morti are specialist playground designers and a reliable, experienced installer.
Considerations for playground design & installation
From the very beginning of our process, we ensure that every decision aligns with the standards and outcomes you need from your new play space. A modern playground is more than a collection of pieces of equipment; it needs to accommodate different ages and abilities, support social interaction, and meet the expectations of your organisation – whether that’s a primary school, SEN college, local authority or developer-led scheme. These are the key considerations we build into every playground design and installation project:
Safety
Children and young people need to be able to explore the play area with confidence. We specify equipment that meets relevant safety standards and design layouts that reduce risk while still allowing challenge and adventure.
Design
Your play area design should be visually engaging, age-appropriate and consistent with the surrounding environment or wider masterplan. We consider colour, sightlines, zoning and theming to create spaces children want to use.
Security
Play areas must be secure for users and protected against unauthorised access, particularly in school and SEN settings. Where needed, we integrate appropriate fencing, gates and access controls. Learn more about our playground fencing solutions.
Drainage
Poor drainage can quickly turn a great design into an unusable space. We survey the site to understand existing conditions and specify suitable drainage solutions so your playground can be used year-round, not just in dry weather.
Flooring
The surfacing you choose plays a huge role in safety, accessibility and overall appearance. From impact-absorbing surfaces to natural finishes, we help you select materials that suit your users, setting and maintenance requirements. Learn more about our playground surfacing.
Layout
We ensure all equipment has the correct safety zones and that the layout has a natural flow between play elements, seating and circulation routes. This is particularly important in SEN settings, where clear zoning can reduce anxiety and support calm transitions.
Physical development
Play areas are a powerful tool for developing balance, coordination, strength and core stability. We carefully select equipment that offers the right level of challenge for your age group and user profile, from EYFS trim trails to more advanced climbing structures.
Durability
Outdoor spaces need to stand up to the British weather and heavy daily use. We specify robust, long-lasting products and construction methods so your investment continues to perform and look good for many years.
Needs of your organisation
Every project is different. A primary school, SEN college, local authority park or developer-led play area will all have different objectives, budgets and management requirements. We tailor our designs and proposals to your specific outcomes, whether that’s curriculum support, inclusive play, community engagement or adding value to a new housing development.
With the above in mind, here’s our approach to designing and installing playgrounds.
Playground concept
Our playground designers will meet with your key stakeholders – this may include school leaders, SEN specialists, estates teams, councillors, community representatives, architects or developers. This enables us to understand your brief, timescales and budget, as well as carry out a detailed site survey.
A new playground is an exciting project for pupils, families and local communities. Many clients choose to involve users in the early stages, gathering ideas and priorities from children, young people or residents. This can help build a sense of ownership and ensure the final design reflects how the space will actually be used.
Playground design
When it comes to playground design, we produce clear 2D CAD layouts and, where required, 3D visualisations. This makes it easy for you – and your wider project team – to visualise how the new space will look and function, and to review equipment options before we proceed.
Our designs are based on the initial consultation, your budget, site constraints and any specific requirements such as inclusive play, DDA compliance, planning conditions or design codes. If you’re happy for us to take the lead creatively, we can also propose a complete design scheme using our experience of what works best in similar environments.
Playground installation
Once the design is agreed, our experienced installation team take care of everything on site. We manage groundworks, equipment installation, surfacing and finishing details to deliver a safe, compliant and high-quality playground.Health and safety, safeguarding and programme are all carefully considered, particularly when working in live school and SEN environments. Any potential challenges – such as tight access, phasing around term times or coordination with other contractors – are addressed early in the process to ensure a smooth installation from start to finish.Safe, efficient and professional playground installation is at the core of what we do. You can trust Morti Sport & Play as your playground installer for education, SEN, community and development projects across the UK.
Are you planning a new playground or looking to upgrade an existing play area for a school, SEN setting, college, park, housing development or community space?
Get in touch with Morti Sport & Play and we’ll help you turn your brief into a safe, engaging and fully compliant outdoor play environment.
Playground Equipment
Discover our full range of high-quality playground equipment, designed for schools, SEN provisions, colleges, parks, developers and community spaces. From monkey bars and climbing frames to swings, roundabouts and springers, our equipment is durable, safe and built to inspire active, inclusive play.