Sensory Play Equipment
Get in touchPlay Giant designs, supplies and installs sensory play equipment , fitting tactile panels, musical instruments and visual features that give children a range of sensory experiences within the playground.
What Is Sensory Play Equipment?
Sensory play equipment is equipment designed to stimulate touch, sound, sight or movement rather than climbing or physical exertion alone. Play Giant supplies sensory panels, outdoor instruments and textured surfaces across suited to early years and SEND settings.
What Types of Sensory Play Equipment Are Available?
Play Giant supplies several sensory play formats, covering different senses and age groups.
Tactile panels – textured, moving or manipulable panels for hands-on exploration.
Outdoor musical instruments – chimes, drums and xylophones for auditory play.
Sand and water play tables – sensory-rich stations for early years settings.
Sensory gardens and planting – scented, textured planting integrated into the play area.
When Is Sensory Play Equipment Needed?
Sensory play equipment is typically added when a nursery or school wants dedicated calming or stimulating play features, or when a SEND setting needs equipment suited to sensory-seeking or sensory-avoiding children.
How Does Sensory Play Equipment Installation Work?
Site survey and needs consultation to identify suitable sensory features.
Foundation and fixing preparation, typically taking 1–3 days depending on scope.
Delivery and installation of panels, instruments or sensory stations.
Installation of appropriate surfacing beneath any raised elements.
Final safety check and handover to the client.
Who Needs Sensory Play Equipment?
Nurseries and SEND schools across are frequent sensory play clients, alongside councils adding sensory features to community parks and care settings incorporating sensory gardens.
How Much Does Sensory Play Equipment Cost?
Sensory play equipment typically costs from around £2,000 to £12,000, depending on the number and type of features. A small set of tactile panels often costs £2,000–£4,000, while a fuller sensory area with instruments, panels and planting can reach £8,000–£12,000 once installation is included.
What Are the Benefits of Sensory Play Equipment?
Supports SEND provision – gives sensory-seeking and sensory-avoiding children suitable play options.
Calming value – many features help children regulate and settle.
Broad appeal – benefits early years children as well as SEND pupils.
Low-impact equipment – most items involve minimal fall risk compared to climbing equipment.
What Regulations Apply to Sensory Play Equipment?
Sensory play equipment installed must meet BS EN 1176 where it forms part of a play structure, with surfacing meeting BS EN 1177 where fall height applies. Play Giant designs equipment to these standards where relevant.
Sensory Play Equipment: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does sensory play equipment cost?
Costs typically range from £2,000 to £12,000 depending on scope, confirmed exactly at quotation.
How long does installation take?
Most sensory play installations take 1–5 days depending on the number of features included.
How long does sensory play equipment last?
Well-maintained sensory equipment typically lasts 10–15 years, with instruments and panels checked periodically.
Does sensory play equipment need much maintenance?
Sensory equipment needs regular checks of moving parts and fixings, with a full safety inspection at least once a year.
Is sensory play equipment suitable for any site?
Most playground and garden areas can accommodate sensory play features, with Play Giant recommending options based on the site and intended users.
Get a Free Quote for Sensory Play Equipment
Sites wanting new sensory play equipment can get a clear, no-obligation cost breakdown from Play Giant before any work begins.
Related Sensory Play Equipment Services
Interactive play environments often include inclusive and accessible play equipment, creating spaces where children of all abilities can play together.
Many sensory areas are incorporated into toddler and early years play areas, supporting learning and development through age-appropriate activities.
Larger playground schemes frequently combine sensory features with multi-play units to provide a wide variety of play experiences.
Our playground design consultation service helps create engaging sensory spaces tailored to your site and users.
Professional play equipment installation ensures every sensory feature is fitted safely and to the highest standard.
Routine play equipment maintenance keeps sensory equipment safe, clean and fully operational throughout the year.