Playworks New York/New Jersey is pleased to welcome our 21st partner, the Quitman Street School in Newark, New Jersey. Coach Alesha Clayton joins Principal Glover to bring fun and safe play to every student at the school. We are excited to see Coach Alesha on the playground, ensuring a place for every kid to belong, have fun and be part of the game.
Playworks NY/NJ Adds New School
March 24, 2025
How Play Fuels Academic Success ›
One of the most impactful ways to support student learning starts with play. At Playworks, we’ve seen firsthand how the benefits of play extend far beyond recess time. When kids…
February 11, 2025
Resourceful Play with Minimal Equipment ›
Imagine a rainy day when outdoor recess is canceled or a play area with no traditional play equipment in sight. Even in these moments, kids, with the help of adults,…
January 13, 2025
Making Any Space a Playspace ›
Play is essential to a child’s development, regardless of whether it happens on a bustling playground, in a quiet classroom, or even in a small hallway. While a traditional outdoor…