‘Play is great for children’s wellbeing and development. When planning and providing play opportunities, the goal is not to eliminate risk, but to weigh up the risks and benefits. No child will learn about risk if they are wrapped in cotton wool.’

Managing Risk in Play Provision: An Implementation Guide (Play Safety Forum, 2012)

OPAL play is based on the 8 play work principles. 

Through OPAL we aim to meet all the play needs of children by providing resources to cater for the 16 play types.