Playground Pals Training

Here’s what you’ll get (and how it will help).

Step by step strategy for introducing your Playground Buddies into the playground – so you know exactly what to do when

Tried and tested lesson plans – so you can deliver playground buddy training without adding to your workload

Ready-to-go playtime activity resources your Playground PALs can use in the playground – so you don’t have to create your own

Benefits of taking part in this training:

Create more active and inclusive playgrounds

Less staff time spent resolving conflicts (which means more time for teaching and learning)

Reduce bullying incidents (along with accidents/injuries)

You’ll learn how to train Year 5 and 6 children to be Playground PALs

Commentary from 4th July 2023:

"Thank you Theresa- I'm eager to get started! Off to write my Action Plan and launch in Thursday's Assembly!"

"Thank you very much, was very useful. Will be taking Craze of the week away rather than everything out in one go"

"We are just starting and have lots to think about. Can already see how it will be really beneficial in our school. Thank you."

Therese Hoyle delivered high quality, structured sessions tailor-made to the needs of our school. She worked with teachers, support staff, midday supervisors and pupils to create a shared emphasis on positive playtime experiences for all children. The training has energised staff who are now more actively engaged in developing creative and harmonious playtimes and utilising equipment and skills. The children responded very positively and with the introduction of our playtime council to foster and lead inclusive, active games, are working hard at playing well.

Jill Watson Head teacher, Lent Rise Primary School

We found Therese’s day at school inspirational and motivating. Her style of working meant that everyone felt included and was able to actively participate, and leave feeling better informed, more confident, and ready for action! It was a great team-building day for all staff and helped everyone to work together with a greater understanding of our children’s’ daily needs. We have initiated many of Therese’s Ideas already and children are reaping the benefits of more structured, cohesive play and lunch times. I’m sure we’ll be in touch for further training! Regards

Pam Simpson Head Teacher, Kimpton, Thruxton and Fyfield C of E Primary School

Therese Hoyle has over 25 years’ teaching experience in mainstream, special and higher education. She is the founder and Head Facilitator of Therese Hoyle Consultancies. Since 1996 Therese has worked nationally and internationally with over 495 schools and organisations and with more than 15,400 individuals inspiring them with Positive Playtime, Circle Time, Coaching Circles, Positive Parenting, Positive Behaviour Management, Emotional Literacy and Leadership Coaching programmes.