Updates

New two-year commitment will expand access to play for up to 5,000 students daily and introduce a game-creation program focused on creativity, leadership and connection through play. Multimedia content available…

A new school year means a fresh start and we’re here to help you make recess a great one! This October, Playworks New England is launching a week-long virtual program…

Leading regional nonprofit serves 7,000 students daily, leveraging recess to bring out the best in every child BOSTON – October 1, 2026 – Playworks New England, a leading nonprofit using…

In Greenfield, Massachusetts, a partnership with Playworks New England helped transform recess from a daily friction point into a foundation for school-wide connection. Students gained conflict-resolution skills they used throughout…

As you prepare for the upcoming school year, Playworks is excited to offer exclusive “Back to School Bundles” designed to transform your playground into a safe, inviting, and active environment.…

Spotting joy on the playground is not always obvious at first glance. Sometimes it shows up in small, meaningful moments, the kind that assure you kids feel safe, connected, and…

Playworks New England Executive Director Max Fripp joined Mike Mullaney on New England Lifestyles on Sunday, September 7, 2025, for a conversation about Playworks and our mission. The interview aired across Big…

We are wrapping up our back-to-school blog series with some tips to help kick off the year with play! The first few weeks of school have a huge impact on…

Our back-to-school blog series continues with a collection of recess games that are quick to teach and guaranteed to keep students engaged! The first few weeks of school are full…