PLAYGROUND GOALS

Benefits of playground goals

Purchasing and integrating playground goals into school environments offers a range of benefits that extend beyond simple physical activity for children.

It creates natural opportunities for children to engage in team sports, which are excellent for developing social skills.

Participating in these activities fosters communication and cooperation among children, nurturing a sense of community and teamwork. This then extends to the classroom environment where children will be more focused and engaging as a group.

Another benefit of playground goals within a school environment is the increased outdoor activity and physical health among pupils, as they may want to play team sports at break times as well as during PE lessons.

Not only are children improving their fitness and strength levels, they are developing their fine and motor gross skills, such as kicking, throwing, and jumping, which are crucial for the physical development of children.

Increased physical activities also helps children’s mental health too. Exercise is known to reduce stress and anxiety, while boosting self-esteem and confidence levels.

Popular playground goals

KS2 Junior Goal Unit 107 (Netball)

The KS2 Junior Goal Unit 107 is a popular choice for primary schools, suitable for children aged 7 – 11 participating in team sports such as football, netball and hockey.

It is a durable, aesthetically pleasing and low maintenance piece of playground furniture, and comes with a 25 year warranty against rust and structural failure. The goal unit is also vandal resistant and a child-safe design means it reduces the risk of pupils getting their fingers trapped.

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KS2 Junior Goal Unit 2 (Basketball)

The KS2 Junior Goal Unit 2 is a larger goal unit and integrates more sporting options into its design.

There is a traditional goal unit for football and hockey; a basketball hoop and backboard; and side panels with targets and wickets for cricket and other outdoor sports.

Manufactured from steel and polyester powder coated to BS 6497, it is a durable piece of playground equipment that will withstand the elements and daily use. It is incredibly low maintenance where often all it needs is a quick wipe down with a cloth to keep clean and dirt free.

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KS3 Goal Unit 185 (Basketball)

The KS3 Goal Unit 185 is a popular choice for high schools and is suitable for older children and adults alike.

It is a multi-sport goal that incorporates football, basketball and hockey, with an integrated basketball hoop and backboard. It is manufactured from mild steel and powder coated in a wide range of RAL colours to suit your playground area.

It comes with a 25 year warranty against rust and structural failure.

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Why are playground goals from AMV Playgrounds the ideal choice?

Our playground goals here at AMV Playgrounds are a smart investment for headteachers and purchasing managers.

They are built to withstand the harshest weather and years of enthusiastic play from pupils (and teachers!). We use only high-grade galvanised, powder-coated steel to ensure rust and rot are never a concern.

They are manufactured from our facilities in the UK, where our production staff have an uncompromising commitment to the very highest standards of quality in the design and construction of outdoor goal units and the rest of our school playground equipment.

Quality as well as health and safety are an integral part of our management function, ensuring that the safety of our staff and customers in everything we do is a fundamental obligation of our company. We operate ISO 9001 quality assurance in addition to other leading industry accreditations.

The quality of the playground goals also ensures they require minimal maintenance, freeing up resources to concentrate on other aspects of your school.

Safety is also another important consideration here at AMV Playgrounds. Our playground goals, as well as the rest of our outdoor school furniture, is free from hazards such as sharp edges, weak structures, and unsafe materials.

Contact us today with your playground goal requirements

If you require help in selecting the right playground goal unit for your school, talk to our team who will be happy to help.

We speak to headteachers and purchasing managers on a daily basis, helping them with product recommendations, technical advice, and much more. We aim to make the process of selecting the right playground equipment as simple as possible, giving you more time to concentrate on other areas of your school.

We also work closely with architects, main contractors, and sub-contractors who are working on educational projects and looking to specify suitable playground equipment.

Whether you are at the early stages of considering playground equipment for your school or you are scoping out suitable and specific equipment pieces, we are here to help you.

All our playground equipment is made in our UK-based factory, by skilled tradesmen, and come with an extensive 25-year warranty against rust and corrosion.

Finally, AMV Playgrounds is fully committed to minimising potential negative impacts on the environment arising from our company’s operations. This is in line with the UK Government’s Net Zero Strategy.

We are here to help realise your vision of a better playground environment for your school’s children.

Contact our team today on telephone 01704 898 919, email sales@amvplaygrounds.co.uk, or view the product selections above.