Play Scotland

🎉Celebrating the launch of Scotland's Play Vision Statement and Action Plan! This is a clear commitment from the Scottish Government to play opportunities and experiences for all our children and young people. playscotland.org/launch-of-scot…

Keep up to date with this year's campaign at facebook.com/PlaydayUK Find out more below: playscotland.org/playday-2026/ #PlayEverywhere #Playday2026

Play happens 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚, and we're calling for children to have access to playful moments, everyday adventures, opportunities to play in their neighbourhood, and inclusive and welcoming environments.

🥳Join us on 5th August to celebrate Playday! This year we're highlighting the importance of creating opportunities for children to play *wherever* they are.

Take a look at a collection of our resources to understand how play is a simple and effective way to encourage happy and healthy children 👇 tr.ee/liTHdTSo5F

🤔 Learn about themselves and how to be in the world 👩🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏾 Build strong relationships 🗣 Communicate thoughts and feelings 💡 Learn about resilience and problem-solving

This week is #MentalHealthAwareness week, and there's no better time than now to share the impact play can have on children's mental health. Play encourages children to:

🧠 Cognitive Development 🗣 Social Skills 🤸‍♀️ Physical Wellbeing ♥ Emotional Growth #CheerForChildminding this week, and let's raise awareness for the work they do in supporting the health and wellbeing of children 🎉

11-16 May is Scottish Childminding Week! Among the many ways childminders provide vital support, they also play a crucial role in fostering play-based learning, enabling the child's right to play. A well-designed play environment supports children’s:

How are you planning on incorporating the #InternationalDayofPlay into your school day this June? Two ways are to make extra time for play at lunch, or play a Stay & Play after school. 🤸‍♀️ What are you planning on doing? playscotland.org/international-…

Do you want to be kept in the loop about all things Play? All you need to do is read our newsletter 📩 We send it once a month, it's free, and we promise there's no spam 😎 playscotland.org/about/membersh…

We are so proud of Alex's incredible effort in support of a vital cause. We would be so appreciative of any donations you'd like to make below! "Play isn’t 'just' fun. In hospitals, it’s therapeutic." Read Alex's blog and donate here: playscotland.org/play-in-health…

Our Learning and Development Officer and OPAL Mentor, Alex, is running the London Marathon later this month! Alex is running in support of @starlight_UK, to help bring the healing power of play to children in healthcare settings.

Play Scotland has a vibrant, enthusiastic, and committed Board of Directors who meet regularly. We have some exciting new additions from diverse backgrounds that we would love you to meet! 👇 playscotland.org/about/board-di…

🌳 Supports confidence, wellbeing, and inclusion 🌳 Encourages and fosters relationships and communication skills. Play does so much more, but most importantly, it's fun! Get involved with the International Day of Play this June! playscotland.org/international-… 2/2

Play is beneficial to children in more ways than one. It helps them learn, but its impacts are far greater. It: 🌳 Helps build a strong body, enabling physical skills and coordinated movements 🌳 Builds on language development, problem-solving, memory, and creativity 1/2

Get tickets for our next training! 💡 Learn about developing a play policy in your primary school to support and implement a play pedagogy approach 👇 More information and tickets: playscotland.org/schools-childc…

Save the date: 🎈Wed 28 October, 5:30 – 8pm  🎈Play Scotland Strategy Launch  🎈Heart of Midlothian FC, Edinburgh

“Children are somehow calmer under a tree. I’ve noticed, again and again, their mood changes for the better." Read about this wonderful example of the benefits of outdoor play! 👇 freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisu…

The #InternationalDayofPlay is on 11th June, and we would love all schools to get involved! 🥳 It's free, and most of the prep work has been done; all you need to do is register and have an extra playful day! playscotland.org/international-…

“If they are to enjoy and benefit from play, children need time to play, sufficient space to move around fast and freely, and an environment that offers a wide variety of experiences" - Getting it Right for Play: The Power of Play playscotland.org/resources/prin…