Rob Francksen @Rob_OPAL
Director OPAL Leicester Ltd | OPAL CIC Business Manager | We help schools strategically and sustainably improve the quality of their play opportunities. outdootplayandlearning.org.uk Suffolk | Leicester Joined May 2023-
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Let's support the Raising the Nation Play Commission’s call for a National Play Strategy for England. Read the Final Report of the year-long independent inquiry ‘Everything to Play For': cfyl.org.uk/report/Everyth… @CfYoungLives #EverythingtoPlayFor
‘The kids need to be able to play freely and they can’t do that if they’re in restrictive uniform.’ @GD_Primary 🏃🏽♀️81% of people believe being physically active during the school day helps improve children’s mood, focus, and overall wellbeing. @OPAL_CIC
‘The kids need to be able to play freely and they can’t do that if they’re in restrictive uniform.’ @GD_Primary 🏃🏽♀️81% of people believe being physically active during the school day helps improve children’s mood, focus, and overall wellbeing. @OPAL_CIC
Step outside your box (classroom) and join us at the 2025 Outside the Box….Inside the Wild Outdoor Learning & Play Conference! Conference details & tickets can be purchased via Ticket Tailor: tickettailor.com/events/opallei…
Just an average playtime at Roby Park @OPAL_CIC youtu.be/vw9Bssq_lu0
If you were unable to join us last night for our special webinar for parents, the recording is now available on our YouTube channel! youtube.com/watch?v=9GTSaa… #PlayForEveryChild
Calling all parents and carers! Join us next week for a special webinar that will explore the power of play and provide you with top tips for play at home. Find out more and book your free place here: bit.ly/3Z370Bb #PlayForEveryChild
At OPAL, we have a really simple mission - for every child to have an outstanding playtime every day, with no exceptions! Are you interested in unlocking the power of playtime? Get in touch today: outdoorplayandlearning.org.uk/contact-us
We hope you're having a play-filled summer? If you're looking for inspiration for play this weekend, check out our booklet for parents! outdoorplayandlearning.org.uk/parents/ #Parents #SummerHolidays #PlayIdeas
“It’s been the most transformative and straightforward route to change lives for children for the better that I have experienced in my career so far.” Unlock the power of playtimes with @OPAL_CIC. buff.ly/46nueDU #PrimarySchool #Headteacher #PlanForPlay
OPAL LEICESTER LTD builds on from the annual OPAL CIC work away to make plans for the future! Exciting times @OPAL_CIC
I could not be prouder of @SedgefieldHardw for achieving a PLATINUM award yesterday for the transformation of their playtimes!!! Amazing commitment, passion and dedication resulting in truly outstanding play opportunities for children! 🥳🌟HUGE CONGRATULATIONS 🙌🏼 @OPALNorthEast
We've had so much fun playing with the hay bales this half-term at lunchtimes! Thank you for the very kind donation from a parent. We can't wait to see what appears on the playground from September... #OPALSchools @OPAL_CIC @bethan__OPAL #HealthyBodyHealthyMind
"Who the children are and what they desire is celebrated at all times. It is truly a wonderful space for children to spend their playtimes in.” inyourarea.co.uk/news/willow-fa… #OPALSchools #PlanForPlay #Schools
Play should be recognised in public policy. Education. Housing. Transport. Health. Environment. Amazing to see yesterday’s editorial in the @guardian calling on this Government to look at the work of @OPAL_CIC and @playingout. theguardian.com/commentisfree/…
“Playtimes at our school are joyful because there are so many different things to play with and so many different areas we can go in.” 🥰 #OPALSchools
“Playtimes at our school are joyful because there are so many different things to play with and so many different areas we can go in.” 🥰 #OPALSchools
A Headteacher speaks about what children really need at school... drive.google.com/file/d/1ob8Qzs… @branwenjeffreys @bphillipsonMP @kimleadbeater @lisanandy @wesstreeting @SusanAclandHood @SwailesRuth
A very proud moment 🤩
A very proud moment 🤩
Have you read A Plan for Play yet? This report, which we launched in the House of Commons back in March, outlines some key recommendations on how Government can make sure every child has amazing play every day. Read it 👇 childrensalliance.org.uk/wp-content/upl… #PlanForPlay
🎉 Today is historic! The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) is now part of Scots law, making children's rights legally enforceable in 🏴. Let’s celebrate this huge milestone & thank all the children & young people who campaigned to make this possible. ❤️🛡️👏🏾
When you sign up for the @OPAL_CIC Primary Programme, you are starting a process that should change your school and your children’s lives forever. Find out how you can unlock the power of playtime 👉 buff.ly/3WjedLU #PrimarySchool #Headteacher #PlanForPlay
Eajircer @Eajircer8917
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Spoyrot @SpoyrotXNJyi67
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Andy Robertson @GeekDadGamer
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Mrs Stables @MrsStables
119 Followers 323 Following Teaching Assistant at a 3 form entry primary school. Every child matters, everyone is unique!
SYNCLUSIVE project @Synclusive43131
744 Followers 2K Following #SYNCLUSIVE is an innovative and interdisciplinary project focused on stimulating the #inclusion of vulnerable groups in the labor market.@HorizonEU
Katie Malley @MalleyMiss
573 Followers 1K Following Safeguarding & Therapeutic Education Consultant | Coach | Senior Trainer & Lead @TISUK_| NSPCC Associate & @ivisontrust | Prev A.Principal, DSL & SLE, Therapist
Loughborough Junction... @LJActionGroup
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Lizzie OPAL @OPALlizziep
10 Followers 61 Following OPAL Mentor and Primary School Teacher based in the North East. Delivering the OPAL Programme and sharing a passion for Playwork.
Play and Nature @PlayandNature1
135 Followers 341 Following 🌿 Play and Nature: Connecting kids to the joy of outdoor play 🌞✨ A vibrant hub for sharing ideas & inspiring adventures in nature! 🏞️👧👦 #OutdoorPlay
Anne B @anneproctor31
2K Followers 3K Following Primary Headteacher. Mum of 3, optimist #NPQH #curriculum #creativity #wellbeing #ownviews
PlayfulAnywhere @PlayfulAnytime
8K Followers 9K Following Play should be for everybody, regardless of age, background or wealth. Contact us if you want us to help your park, development, place or city more playful
Jessica Foulds @JessicaBF1980
44 Followers 189 Following OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Mentor. Delivering the OPAL Primary Programme in schools throughout Yorkshire @OPAL_CIC
Heads Up Ltd @UK_HeadsUp
683 Followers 1K Following Our mission is to make all UK schools centres of excellence- truly outstanding. Led by inspirational author & mentor to #headteachers @SoniaG_HeadsUp
Simply Sport Science @PhilMathe79_PE
9K Followers 9K Following I do some #reading, I do some #writing, I #teach some things and occasionally I #speak to some people...
West View Primary Sch... @WestViewPrimary
2K Followers 3K Following ✨ Dream Big. Aim High. Shine Bright. ✨
OPaL @ School21 @School21_OPaL
27 Followers 61 Following We are a state-funded 4-18 school in East London which values outdoor learning and play.
Kay Baldock @KayBaldock
245 Followers 483 Following Mummy to 3 amazing boys 💙 • Wife • Assistant Principal • #MIEExpert #MIETrainer all whilst teaching in a #microsoftshowcaseschool
Sonia Kendal @Soniakendal
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Willesley School @Willesleyschool
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سهير نصار @SuhairNassar_23
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Artists Assemble @TCPSArtists
334 Followers 332 Following Assistant Headteacher for KS1 & EYFS, Early Years Lead Teacher, Art & Design Subject Leader & OPAL Play Curriculum Lead
Laura Paterson @LPPlayscotland
40 Followers 233 Following Advocating for children’s right to play and supporting school improvement @OPAL_CIC @Playscotland
Dave @Bills2439514514
365 Followers 7K Following I’m single guy 🏳️🌈Well i seek for a truthful person to love and spend the rest of my life time with..I need a true relationship that can lead to marriage...
TFE @k2FSyNy6co3aVLR
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StEdmundsIP33 @StEds_ip33
671 Followers 42 Following St Edmunds Catholic Primary School, Pre-School and SEND Unit (The Nest) in Bury St Edmunds
PARS Playwork @PARSPlaywork
662 Followers 488 Following PARS is the first holistic model to describe and define professional playwork practice. Created by Dr Shelly Newstead from research & now used internationally.
Templars Primary Sch @TemplarsPrimary
1K Followers 135 Following
Mrs Williams @Kylieswilliams
237 Followers 339 Following
Camp Curiosity @camp_curiosity
1K Followers 3K Following Ignite curiosity, Fuel learning - UK instigators of curiosity, outdoor exploration & nature connection. Curator of curious spaces (personal acc EdadventuresM)
NATIONAL CHILDREN'S D... @ncduk2025
5K Followers 5K Following National Children's Day UK (NCDUK) provides an annual platform for everyone to talk about child rights and wellbeing + we champion childhood all year round.
SENCO Chat Network @sencochat
17K Followers 13K Following Information and advice for SENCOs/those interested in SEN and inclusion. #sencochat #advice #ideas #sencosupportnetwork #jointheconversation
Gloria @watersgloria26
216 Followers 3K Following
CherrySeedsGardeningC... @MsHCTS
207 Followers 350 Following Forest School enthusiast and Volunteer at Cherry Tree Primary School 🍒’Learning together, Learning for life!’🍒
Daniel Rodeck @DanRodeck
847 Followers 2K Following Husband | Dad | Spur | Golfer | Headteacher @FiltonAve
Sonia Gill @SoniaG_HeadsUp
2K Followers 2K Following Founder of Heads Up. Our mission is to make all UK schools centres of excellence - truly outstanding. Author, leadership coach, teacher, business leader
Claire Colvine (she/h... @clairecolvine
877 Followers 2K Following Lover of outdoor adventures, good causes and great comms. Director @colvinecomms.
Beki Layzell @bekilayzell
91 Followers 411 Following
The Educator Magazine... @EducatorMagUK
24K Followers 21K Following Trusted source of information, guidance and advice for #school leaders and #teachers of all U.K. #schools and #academies.
Miss Collingwood @jadecoll2
11 Followers 125 Following
Jesusita @kratochvil20jes
332 Followers 3K Following
TheValleyProject @TheValleyProje1
281 Followers 481 Following Adventure Playground based in Holme Wood, Bradford
Dale Beaumont @Dale_Beaumont
2K Followers 396 Following Dale Beaumont is the founder & CEO of BRiN - The World's First Artificially Intelligent Business Advisor
FOBISIA @FOBISIA1
5K Followers 580 Following The Federation Of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA) is a regional federation of the leading British international schools in Asia.
Victoria Redhead @vicredhead
1K Followers 2K Following Executive Principal @BCA_Academy @DogsthorpeAcad @GreenwoodAcad Stay humble • Work hard • Be kind 🤍 #BCASuperheroes @microsoftEDU #showcaseschool 💻
Willesley School @Willesleyschool
938 Followers 53 Following
Newdigate Primary Sch... @SchoolNewdigate
298 Followers 0 Following Newdigate Primary School is a growing, friendly primary school based on the outskirts of Bedworth surrounded by countryside.
Park Lane Primary Sch... @SchoolParklane
97 Followers 149 Following Park Lane Primary School Sports and Arts page. Proud Traditions- Wide Horizons- High achievement
Oxley Park Academy & ... @OPAcademy
698 Followers 1K Following Celebrating everything FAB and unique about our academy. We are a 3/4 form primary with nursery, single academy trust set across two amazing campuses.
Artists Assemble @TCPSArtists
334 Followers 332 Following Assistant Headteacher for KS1 & EYFS, Early Years Lead Teacher, Art & Design Subject Leader & OPAL Play Curriculum Lead
Heads Up Ltd @UK_HeadsUp
683 Followers 1K Following Our mission is to make all UK schools centres of excellence- truly outstanding. Led by inspirational author & mentor to #headteachers @SoniaG_HeadsUp
The Educator Magazine... @EducatorMagUK
24K Followers 21K Following Trusted source of information, guidance and advice for #school leaders and #teachers of all U.K. #schools and #academies.
Bridget Phillipson @bphillipsonMP
105K Followers 3K Following Secretary of State for Education. Minister for Women & Equalities. Proud Labour MP for Houghton & Sunderland South. More at @educationgovuk.
Theresa Casey @TCasey_writer
412 Followers 392 Following Independent consultant and writer - play * environments * rights * design
Greenwood Academies T... @GreenwoodAcad
4K Followers 1K Following Greenwood Academies Trust is a family of 38 academies operating across 7 local authority areas and educating over 19,000 pupils.
Dogsthorpe Academy @DogsthorpeAcad
778 Followers 207 Following The Dogsthorpe Academy caters for pupils aged 7 to 11. The Executive Principal is @vicredhead. Head of Academy - Emma Peacock. Part of @GreenwoodAcad 💜
Bishop Creighton Acad... @BCA_Academy
1K Followers 735 Following Bishop Creighton educates pupils aged 4-11 @GreenwoodAcad 💜 Executive Principal @vicredhead Head of Academy @kayleymay We are @MicrosoftEDU #ShowcaseSchool 💻
Dr. Mariana Brussoni @mbrussoni
4K Followers 2K Following she/her; Developmental psychologist & director @HELP_UBC; I study how to bring risk back to children's play. Lab: @OutsidePlayUBC; https://t.co/nK5UsvuFvZ
Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer
2.0M Followers 399 Following Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Labour MP for Holborn and St Pancras and Leader of the Labour Party. Former Director of Public Prosecutions.
Marina Purkiss @MarinaPurkiss
484K Followers 3K Following I’m not always having a go at wrong’uns…sometimes I’m sleeping | Political Commentator & Podcaster | @thetrawlpodcast | @jeremyvineon5 | @lbc |
Mrs Williams @Kylieswilliams
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Eugene Minogue @EugeneMinogue
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Children's Alliance @Childrens_All
840 Followers 1K Following Our aim is for politicians to act in the best interests of children. We are campaigning for a Department/Cabinet Minister for Children, Young People & Families.
Upstart Scotland @UpstartScot
13K Followers 4K Following Campaign to introduce a kindergarten stage for children aged 3-7 (rights-focused, relationship-centred and play-based). Tweets by Upstart founder, Sue Palmer.
API Chair @API_ChairUK
653 Followers 1K Following Tweets from Dr Amanda Gummer, Chair of @apiplay, voice of the play industry. Campaigns for policy recognition of the value & benefits of play #APImember
Ali Oliver @AliOliverYST
8K Followers 904 Following Chief Executive of @YouthSportTrust. All views and opinions are my own.
PlaySufficiencyLeeds @LeedsPlay
266 Followers 65 Following Championing children's rights to play in Leeds (led by Active Leeds with Child Friendly Leeds, LBU, Fall into Place & Playful Anywhere) with @Ludicology
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129 Followers 100 Following Year 1, 2 & 3 at Inkersall Spencer Academy
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Paul Lindley OBE @Paul_Lindley
6K Followers 426 Following Founder @EllasKitchenUK. Chancellor @UniofReading. Author #RaisingtheNation and #LittleWins. Active idealist because impossible is nothing.
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195 Followers 261 Following OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) mentor. Playwork background. Advocate for play in refugee camps worldwide. IPA England trustee. Weird tea collector.
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