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Active Play

Support movement, physical development and confident play with Edu-21’s Active Play collection. Shop gross motor resources, balance and coordination equipment, movement games and active play resources for childcare, early learning, schools and OSHC settings.
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Encourage children to move, explore and build confidence with Edu-21’s Active Play collection. Designed for early learning centres, childcare, schools, OSHC programs and home learning environments, this range supports active movement, physical development and energetic play.

Explore resources that help children develop gross motor skills, balance, coordination, strength and spatial awareness through fun and engaging movement-based activities.

From balancing and stepping activities to throwing, catching, jumping and outdoor play, Active Play resources can be used for structured physical activities, group games, obstacle courses or child-led movement experiences.

Supporting Physical Development Through Play

Active play plays an important role in helping children develop body awareness, coordination and confidence in movement. It can also encourage teamwork, turn-taking, problem solving and social interaction.

Our Active Play range is ideal for creating:

  • Gross motor activities

  • Obstacle courses

  • Balance and coordination challenges

  • Outdoor play experiences

  • Movement and fitness activities

  • Group games

  • Indoor active play

  • School and OSHC activity programs

Whether you're creating a movement area, planning an outdoor activity or adding new resources to your physical education program, our Active Play collection offers versatile options for encouraging children to get moving, participate and have fun.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is active play?

Active play is any play that encourages children to move their bodies. It can include balancing, climbing, jumping, throwing, catching, running and other activities that support physical development and movement confidence.

What skills can active play help develop?

Active play can support gross motor skills, balance, coordination, strength, spatial awareness and body control. It can also encourage confidence, teamwork, turn-taking and social interaction.

Is active play suitable for early learning and school environments?

Yes. Active play resources can be used in childcare centres, kindergartens, preschools, schools and OSHC programs. Many resources can be adapted for different ages, abilities and indoor or outdoor settings.

What resources can be used for active play activities?

Active play can include balance equipment, stepping resources, balls, throwing and catching games, obstacle course equipment, movement activities and other resources designed to encourage physical activity and gross motor development.