Uncategorized | East Lothian Play Association

We’re hiring!

Oct 12, 2023

We are growing our team of sessional Play Rangers to lead fun, inclusive outdoor play sessions as part of our PlayCan project. PlayCan is a partnership project for inclusive community play, based on the Play Ranger model & delivered by East Lothian Play...

Autumn Play Training – book now!

Oct 4, 2023

Our popular FREE Autumn Training is coming soon! Click here to book: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/east-lothian-play-association Autumn Play Training Saturday 28th October 2023 9am – 12.30 Musselburgh East Community Learning Centre There are three inspiring...

New research and recommendations support loose parts play in schools

Jun 30, 2023

“Introducing free play into our school was the best thing possible, it has become a fantastic part of both school and children’s lives.” Creating the conditions for children to engage in free play with loose parts during school hours brings multiple...

ELPA launches a new film! Loose parts play at Windygoul Primary School

May 16, 2023

We are delighted to share this film on loose parts play made with children at Windygoul Primary School in Tranent. It makes us laugh every time! Children created this as part of our Erasmus+ loose parts play project to share why loose parts play is important in their...

We’ve updated our policies & procedures…

Jan 26, 2023

ELPA – Child Protection Policy and Procedures ELPA – Complaints Procedure ELPA – Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy ELPA – Health and Safety

Exciting new opportunity to join the team!

Aug 8, 2022

ELPA is recruiting!! We have an exciting opportunity to join our small, friendly team as Community Play and Creative Participation Programme Lead. ELPA is seeking a creative, experienced and play-oriented person to lead our Community Play and Creative Participation...