Your School Needs a Playground Thatʼs Safe, Inclusive, and Built to Last

You’re juggling safety standards, tight budgets, and accessibility requirements—while trying to create something meaningful for your students. We’ll guide you through it all, step by step.

20 years of experience designing and installing playground equipment
Standard or fully custom equipment available
Compliant with CSA safety standards
Leaders in inclusive and accessible playground design

At Park N Play Design, we’ve helped hundreds of schools across Canada create playgrounds that are safe, accessible, and loved by students. With 20+ years of experience and certified inclusive design specialists on staff, we make the entire process simple and stress-free—from planning and fundraising to final installation.

Our process

Here’s How We Help Your School Build a Better Playground

01

Connect

We listen to your needs, timeline, and budget

02

Design

Our team creates a custom layout tailored to your space and student population

03

Build

We handle the install, surfacing, inspections, and support—even if students are onsite

04

Play

Watch your students thrive in a space designed for every body and every ability

Testimonials

Trusted Across Canada To Deliver Excellence

"It was an absolute pleasure working with Shelley and the Park N Play Design team. The professionalism, attention to detail and communication was such a positive and seamless experience. We had a really tight timeline, and Shelley and her crew got the job done. Her enthusiasm for her job is infectious, and I would highly recommend Park N Play Design to any other school or community looking to build a park. Thank you again for getting us exactly what we wanted for our school and our students. We are truly grateful.”
"We recently had Park N Play Design install a new playground, and we couldn't be happier with the end result! The kids are having a blast, and the new playground is full every recess. Bob, Dustin, and the rest of the installation team were such a pleasure to work with. They were patient and clear in their instructions, always willing to discuss and explain what was going on, and most importantly, they were just fun to work with. Our Sales rep, Shelley, made sure everything went smoothly. We are so happy with the final result. I am happy to speak positively about my experience with you to anyone who asks! Thanks, Park N Play!"
“We chose Tim Aylesworth and Park N Play Design for our playground structure because of the superb and consistent customer service, the ability to achieve our goal on a fast timeline, and his professionalism in handling all the changes we requested. Tim and his design team put together a playground which is exciting, challenging and engaging. The feedback from the students, teachers, parents, and staff have been nothing but positive! We wholeheartedly recommend Tim and Park N Play. If we are to build another playground I wouldn’t hesitate to have Tim come in and design it!”
"Park N Play Design was extremely helpful through the entire process. They were able to come up with solutions, modifications, and excellent results for our purchase. The quality of service and equipment provided by Park N Play Design is top-notch, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Park N Play Design's services to a friend or colleague."
"Park N Play Design was quick to respond, provided lots of follow-ups, and cared about our experience. This was the best communication I've ever had for a playground project, and it was just a small addition. I've spent over $100K on a playground before with competitors and never got this kind of service!"
"Parents and families have been thrilled with the support and communication from Park and Play Design. It is a pleasure to work with Shelley, and she always strives to meet the needs of our school community."
"Tim was instrumental in assisting our school community with the initial planning, design, budget and implementation of our school playground project. From the initial tendering process through to assistance in planning our site, he provided not only expected support but also his own personal involvement in the project on-site. Every step of the way was provided for us in terms of instructions and completeness of the project. We never felt left alone and were amazed at the resources that were given to us. I would not hesitate to recommend him or Park N Play Design for any project, large or small, where safety, planning and future needs are discussed and encouraged."
“Park N Play Design provides intriguing, innovative and well-thought-out play structures that align with our strict budgets. Proposal submissions are clear, concise and easy to interpret. Throughout the competitive process, responses to questions and requests for modifications to structures to support the overall vision have been met with enthusiasm and in a timely manner. A company valuing true customer service. Regina Catholic Schools has had a very successful relationship with Park N Play Design, and I am pleased to offer a recommendation based on my experiences with this first-rate company.”
"I had the pleasure of working with Shelley Robinson and Park N Play Design for over five years designing and building new playgrounds. I never hesitate to recommend Shelley to any playground committee as one of our great consultants. Shelley has a passion for inclusive play while recognizing the reality of budget limitations. She is great to work with on all types of projects, from tiny, phased projects to large and unique projects. Shelley is always up for a challenge and is a great team player. I look forward to working with her again in the future."
"Park N Play Design worked within our required budget constraints and timeline to supply the designated playground on time for back-to-school. We are extremely happy with the service that we received. The playground was a large school and community fundraising commitment, so it was very important to us that everything was done correctly and on time. Bob was able to solve in process issues and to work within the limitations of the summer weather to be able to help us out and keep things on track for the grand opening. As a school, we would recommend dealing with Bob and Park N Play Design for any playground project."
“Tim Aylesworth and his team are reliable, friendly and knowledgeable. RVS looks forward to continuing the relationship with Park N Play Design.”

Why Schools Choose Park N Play Design

At Park N Play Design, your vision and our expertise combine to create a legacy of play that lasts for generations.

CSA-Z614 & Annex H compliant equipment + surfacing 

Inclusive designs based on the 7 Principles of Inclusive Play  

Evidence-based designs that support the 5 Developmental Needs of the Whole Child 

Help with grant writing, PAC fundraising, and budget planning 

Support beyond the build: inspections, maintenance, warranties

Case studies

Steffie Woima Elementary School (Sylvan Lake, AB)

Dalhousie School (Calgary, AB)

Hardisty School (Edmonton, AB)

Douglasdale School (Calgary, AB)

Joan Carr School (Edmonton, AB)

Chiila School (Tsuut-ina Reserve, AB)

St. Thomas Aquinas School Playground (Calgary, AB)

Svend Hanson School (Edmonton, AB)

Shauna May Seneca School (Edmonton, AB)

St. Bede's School Playground (Calgary, AB)

Calvin Christian School (Hamilton, ON)

Meadowlane Public School Playground (Kitchener, ON)

Guardian Angel School Playground (CALGARY, AB)

L.Y. Cairns School Playground (Edmonton, AB)

St. Andrew School (Calgary, AB)

Fireside School Inclusive Playground (Cochrane, AB)

John Dolan School Inclusive Playground (Saskatoon, SK)

Mattie McCullough Elementary School Barrier Free Playground (Red Deer, AB)

A Blair McPherson (Edmonton, AB)

Frequently Asked Questions

You Have Questions. We Have Answers.

How do I contact my local Park N Play Design Representative?

We have local Park N Play Design Representatives for each province. Simply fill out the contact us form and your local representative will reach out!

What should I have prepared before I reach out?

You don't need much. Even if you just have an idea, we're happy to work with you to get the ball rolling.

How much money is available to me through grants?

Great question! The amount of funding available through grants can vary widely depending on factors like the type of project, the organization offering the grant, and the eligibility criteria. While we can't guarantee the outcome of any grant application, we’re here to guide you through the process and help you identify opportunities that could align with your project. Many of our clients have successfully secured funding, so there’s definitely potential! Let’s discuss your project details, and we can point you toward some promising options to explore.

5270+ successful projects completed

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