Almondsbury Achieves OPAL Platinum Standard for Play!
February 5th, 2026Almondsbury CE Primary School Achieves OPAL Platinum Standard for Play, Ranking in the Top 2% of Schools Nationwide.
Almondsbury CE Primary School is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Platinum Standard for play, placing the school in the top 2% of OPAL schools across the country. This highest-level achievement reflects the school’s dedication to creating exceptional outdoor play experiences that nurture creativity, collaboration, and overall well-being for its students.
The OPAL Platinum Standard is awarded to schools that demonstrate outstanding commitment to outdoor play as an integral part of children’s learning and development. Almondsbury has excelled in designing dynamic play environments, fostering a culture of inclusive play, and empowering students to take ownership of their play experiences.
“We are incredibly proud to receive the OPAL Platinum Standard,” said Paul Smith, Executive Head of Almondsbury.
“This achievement highlights the dedication of our entire school community to the importance of outdoor play. I’d like to extend a special thank you to our Play Team, led by our Play Coordinator, Natalia Reihe. Their hard work, passion, and innovative approach have been key in transforming our outdoor spaces and ensuring that play is a central part of our students’ learning journey.”
