Tummy Time: Building Strong Foundations Through Everyday Movement
26 February 2026 - PlayOn Founders
Tummy time is one of the simplest and most important ways babies begin to explore movement. Long before structured play or equipment, it’s through lying, lifting, rolling and pushing that babies develop strength, coordination and body awareness. And the truth is: tummy time can happen almost anywhere.
Sensory Swings: Supporting Regulation Through Movement
18 February 2026 - PlayOn Founders
At PlayOn, we know that movement isn’t just play - it’s how children organise their bodies, emotions and attention. For many children, swinging is one of the most powerful ways to feel grounded, calm, alert or re-energised. You’ll often hear the term sensory swing, but in reality, there is no single swing that works for every child or every need. Sensory swings come in many shapes and styles, each offering different types of movement.
Ball Ponds: Big Movement, Bold Play & Buckets of Joy
14 January 2026 - PlayOn Founders
At PlayOn, we believe play matters. It should be joyful, physical and just a little bit wild — the kind of play that makes children laugh out loud while quietly building strength, confidence and coordination.
Ball ponds do exactly that.
They invite children to jump in, disappear, resurface and do it all over again. It looks like pure fun (and it is), but underneath the giggles there’s a lot going on.
Revolutionizing School Playgrounds: How Forward-Thinking Schools Are Leading the Way
17 September 2024 - PlayOn Founders
The importance of playground design in schools cannot be overstated. Once considered a simple space for recess, today’s playgrounds are evolving into dynamic environments that complement and enhance the learning experience. Modern playgrounds, like the schools they are a part of, aspire to foster creativity, collaboration, and diverse ways of learning.
The Ultimate Guide to Playground Equipment in South Africa
14 June 2024 - PlayOn Founders
At PlayOn, we are passionate about creating innovative playground equipment and spaces that spark children's imagination and foster their love of play. As South Africa's leading provider of indoor and outdoor equipment for schools, estates, therapists, parks and play venues, we understand the crucial role of play in child development.
6 tips to reduce children's screen time
Recommended Reading by Jennifer Kirk, OT
Article Author - Sarah Scherger, M.D., Pediatrician
Screened devices are a common part of everyday activities. From using the self-checkout station at the grocery store to reading your favorite author's new book on a tablet, time spent using screened devices is more than just the TV or smartphone.
Back to School... Sensory Prepared and Empowered!
Recommended Reading by Jennifer Kirk, OT
Article Author - Angie Voss, OT
Sensory Step #1
The world of sensory integration and sensory processing challenges is full of big, unfamiliar words. It is so important to know the terms, educate yourself on the basics of sensory and all of the terminology that goes along with it, and to be able to "talk the sensory talk".
Elevate Your Therapy Practice with the Right Equipment: Why PlayOn Should Be Your Go-To Resource
9 February 2024 - PlayOn Founders
Every play and paediatric occupational therapist knows the importance and impact of engaging, high-quality developmental play equipment. But finding the right equipment can be a challenge as each piece is designed with specific functionality in mind.
Essential Equipment for Setting Up a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practice
5 February 2024 - Jennifer Kirk, OT
The thought of starting a pediatric occupational therapy practice can be both exciting as well as overwhelming at the same time. Pediatric occupational therapy can be very costly and therefore requires careful planning and investment.
The Effects of Spinning on the Brain
Recommended Reading by Jennifer Kirk, OT
Article Author - Angie Voss, OT
Think about it...spinning is probably the one thing, that if done long enough with the neuro-typical brain, it WILL cause some type of systemic reaction. Not just dizzy and falling over, I mean a REAL reaction like nausea or flushing of the face, or even tossing your cookies.