Play England local play indicators have been developed to support both top tier and second tier local authorities in assessing and managing their own performance in providing play opportunities to local children.
The indicators focus on participation, access, quality and satisfaction of local spaces and facilities for play and informal recreation. Play England, with Ashley Godfrey Associates, INSPIRE, and Bristol City Council, have developed and piloted the local play indicators over the past four years.
Tools for evaluating local play provision: A technical guide to Play England local play indicators
This technical guidance was produced to provide local authorities with a clear understanding of local play indicators and the recommended methods of data collection and analysis. A summary version and list of frequently asked questions are also available below.