WIN a new playground 

Promoter
The competition is organised by Project Playgrounds, a solution from Thermapply Group (“the Promoter”).

Eligibility

• Entry is open to primary schools located in mainland UK only.

• Entries must be submitted on behalf of the school by a teacher or authorised staff member.

• Only one entry per school is permitted unless otherwise agreed by the Promoter.

Competition Brief
Schools are invited to submit pupil-designed concepts showing their ideal playground layout and activities, demonstrating how the space would support play, learning, inclusion, and physical activity.

Closing Date

• The competition closes at 11:59pm on 1st July 2026

• Entries received after this date may not be considered.

The Prize

• One winning school will receive a bespoke playground design and installation delivered by Project Playgrounds.

• The prize is subject to a maximum total project value of £4,000 (excluding VAT).

• The prize is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or alternative products/services.

Design & Installation Conditions

• The submitted pupil design will be used as inspiration; however, the final playground design cannot be replicated exactly.

• The installed playground will be created using standard templates, layouts, and marking designs from the Project Playgrounds product range.

• Final design decisions, materials, and layout remain at the discretion of Project Playgrounds to ensure suitability, safety, and site compatibility.

Site Requirements

• The winning school must provide a suitable, accessible outdoor area for installation.

• A site survey may be required prior to installation.

• Any preparatory groundwork or surface repairs not included in the standard marking installation may be excluded or charged separately.

Judging & Selection

• Entries will be judged by a panel from Project Playgrounds / Thermapply.

• Judging criteria include creativity, evidence of purposeful play, inclusivity, learning elements, and feasibility.

• The judges’ decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.

Notification

• The winning school will be notified via email within a reasonable period following the closing date.

• If the winner does not respond within 14 days, the Promoter reserves the right to select an alternative winner.

Publicity

• The Promoter may use the winning school’s name, submitted designs, photographs, and related content for promotional, PR, website, and social media purposes.

• Parental and school permissions are the responsibility of the participating school.

Liability

• The Promoter reserves the right to amend or withdraw the competition at any time without prior notice if necessary due to circumstances beyond its control.

• The Promoter accepts no responsibility for lost, delayed, or incomplete entries.

Data Protection

• Personal data provided will be used solely for administering the competition and will not be shared outside of this purpose, in line with data protection regulations.

Acceptance of Terms
Entry into the competition constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.