Safety in school and daycare playgrounds starts with clear boundaries—a fenced-in and supervised playground gives children a sense of security and reduces risks. The Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes) recommends fencing off play areas to keep vehicles, for example, out of the grounds. Similarly, the National Board of Education’s guidelines emphasize that a well-organized and pleasant playground reduces vandalism and facilitates supervision. In most schools, the schoolyard is fully or partially fenced off.Continue reading “A Safe Schoolyard: 7 Tips for Fencing and Cost Control”
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How do you choose the right height for a fence in a schoolyard?
The design of a schoolyard fence always prioritizes safety. The fence’s most important function is to prevent children from wandering off and to provide adults with a clear view of the entire schoolyard. For daycare centers and elementary schools, a fence approximately 120 cm high is recommended—high enough to prevent climbing attempts but not so high that a fall would cause a hazardous situation. The best solution is a solid, vertically slatted metal structure that does not provideany footholds suitable for climbing.Continue reading “How to Choose the Right Height for a School Playground Fence?”
