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How playgrounds enrich children's lives and promote well-being

How playgrounds enrich children's lives and promote well-being

Outdoor play has always been crucial to children's physical and emotional development. And recent research by Jantje Beton, a Dutch organisation focused on promoting outdoor play opportunities for children, shows that outdoor play is not just a nice extra, but a necessity that both children and parents greatly value. This underscores the need for high-quality, accessible playgrounds that encourage children to engage with their environment and provide both fun and important developmental opportunities

Social interaction and physical activity

According to the Jantje Beton Report 2024, half of the children surveyed said they would like to play outside more often than they currently do. While many are limited by restricted access to safe playgrounds or lack of time, the demand for outdoor activities remains high. It is clear that children recognise the value of outdoor play, not only for entertainment, but also for a variety of benefits, including social interaction and physical activity.

Feeling happy and cheerful

According to the Jantje Beton study, eight out of ten children say they feel happy and cheerful after playing outdoors, which underlines the importance of these activities for emotional well-being. Outdoor play provides a space where children can release energy, interact with others and express themselves freely, away from the constraints of screens and structured environments. In addition, children rate outdoor play with a score of 7.9, which shows how much they enjoy these activities and the important role playgrounds play in their lives.

Parents also recognise the crucial importance of outdoor play, rating it an impressive 8.8 out of 10 in terms of its value for their children's development. They understand that outdoor play goes beyond fun – it supports physical health, cognitive development and social-emotional growth. For parents, playgrounds offer a safe space where children can make friends, build resilience and stay active, while having the freedom to explore and grow.

Innovative and sustainable playgrounds

At Wickey PRO, we understand both the joy that outdoor play brings to children and the safety it offers parents. That's why we design innovative, sustainable playgrounds that encourage creativity, learning and physical activity while ensuring safety and durability. By creating the next generation of playgrounds, we not only enrich children's play experiences, but also support parents in providing their children with an optimal environment in which they can thrive.