“As a teacher and a new mum when I first saw our new school’s playground, I had two thoughts. The first one was that: ‘Hmm… It might be risky for my students…’ (but – as an IB school we like growing risk takers students). The second one was that ‘How would I like to jump in and play like a kid’. Αnd so I did! And so did my fellow teachers!

After the first test we couldn’t wait for our students’ reactions! And yes! The kids absolutely loved their new school’s playground! All this time all the teachers at International School of Piraeus have been convinced about all the benefits of the Ropeland playground.

It’s a fact that rope play is excellent for the development of motor skills, muscles development and improvement of balancing skills of the students. Rope play also has significant social interaction benefits for children. While playing on a rope structure, children often play near others using the playground and practice their teamwork skills.

Children learn to take turns and work with others, especially when navigating around the playground and sharing the same space as other children. It’s obvious that through this kind of play students do their physical activity, that these days has been decreased due to the new virtual world we live in, full of screens and social media that undermine our health. They also strengthen their muscles and build their endurance and stamina.

Our students with sensory issues have gained play value from the interaction of rope and the feel of its’ coarseness. Another strength of this type of equipment lies on the motor challenge that they pose. For instance, children with ADD or ADHD benefit from the need to concentrate on their movements. At the same time, they can blow off steam by using their whole body.

Many times, we transfer our lesson inside the playground to make our activities more fun and engaging for our students. When our students are calm and happy, they foster better relationships, positively affecting both their mental and physical health.

Finally,  our Ropeland playground is a great chance to have fun as well, allowing them to create memories and build a stronger bond with their classmates. Yes, that’s the greatest way to socialize!

We saw our students feel a sense of dominance, achievement, self – confidence and independence. They have gained more control over their legs and arms, so they have been prepared to deal with more difficult and complex challenges in their everyday lives.”

Chrysoula Vasileiadou IB Teacher, International School of Piraeus

Location: ISP, Piraeus, Greece
Realization: September 2021
Products by: Ropeland