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PlayLab Closes Friday 18th of September 2020 at 11:59PM (London Time)
What is PlayLab?
PlayLab is a unique and exciting membership site for busy parents which we hope will become your number one destination online and help to reduce your own screen time in the constant search for educational play ideas and parenting information.
It is a one-stop shop filled to the brim with useful ideas, articles, video tutorials, educational tips and resources, as well as a plethora of ideas for setting our invitations to play, learn and create!
PLAY: because we strongly uphold that play is the best way for children to develop and learn at all stages
LAB: because we’re mixing the essential ingredients to result in creative, playful and independent kids with happy, unstressed and confident parents!
What is PlayLab?
PlayLab is a unique and exciting membership site for busy parents which we hope will become your number one destination online and help to reduce your own screen time in the constant search for educational play ideas and parenting information.
It is a one-stop shop filled to the brim with useful ideas, articles, video tutorials, educational tips and resources, as well as a plethora of ideas for setting our invitations to play, learn and create!
PLAY: because we strongly uphold that play is the best way for children to develop and learn at all stages
LAB: because we’re mixing the essential ingredients to result in creative, playful and independent kids with happy, unstressed and confident parents!
Join today for just £1 for a 5 day trial!
PlayLab Closes Friday 18th of September 2020 at 11:59PM (London Time)
See stories from our PlayLab community ⬇
Before PlayLab, Becca struggled to come up with ideas, but now entertains and educates her kids AND enjoys some free time for herself!
PlayLab helped to turn a long-dreaded 6 weeks into an AMAZING summer for Abbie's 8 year old twins and 4 year old daughter - a huge win!
PlayLab has transformed the way Louise and her 3 small children play at home. Her kids have had so many fun days that they couldn't pick a favourite!
Through the PlayLab Masterclasses have opened up Roz's eyes to better understand how her kids play and to enable them to flourish.
PlayLab has helped Ruth to understand how her daughter plays and why she wraps everything in cellotape. Ruth is now able to coordinate play ideas for all 3 kids at home.
Julia loves how she learnt something new in every video of the Play Foundations course. She loves how she's able to use the ideas and use them right away.
Join today for just £1 for a 5 day trial!
PlayLab Closes Friday 18th of September 2020 at 11:59PM (London Time)
Behind the Scenes Sneak Preview
Who
...is it designed for? PlayLab is for all parents and carers of young children. Those staying at home with small kids underfoot all day, those juggling a career and home life, and also for those with children at school.
Whether you are just getting started and seeking step-by-step guidance, looking for some time for yourself and also wanting the kids to be playing more independently or even a seasoned pro already confident in what you're doing who just needs some regular inspiration to add to their weekly plans - it's for ALL!
Which
...ages of children will this help with most? PlayLab is designed for parents and carers of young children of any age, primarily toddlers to the end of primary/ elementary school (approx 18 months-11.)
However there will be strategies for simplifying for babies and adapting to suit tweens. We will primarily talk about PRE-SCHOOLERS and AFTER-SCHOOLERS and since many of us have both of those simultaneously there will be plenty of natural cross-over and ideas to suit all.
Why
….do we need something like PlayLab? In this crazy, online modern world we are all suffering from information overload which can result in unnecessary amounts of fatigue, stress and parent guilt.
We often feel there is more we could be doing with our children, but we are lacking the knowledge and time to do it. We'd like to better understand the development that's going on, or what that current educational philosophy really means for our own kids.
We fear the over-use of screen time and want instead for our children to be happy, sociable, independent, creative and playful learners.
We want the same for our own kids and so the idea for PlayLab was born as a membership site with a difference. How about we take an experienced teacher with lots of small kids of her own, throw in some brilliant ideas for play and learning activities, create some fantastic how-to video tutorials, inspiring play ideas set ups and MasterClass sessions on child development and learning topics and make it all as user friendly and easy to access as possible around your busy schedule??
We’ve done all this (and more) and hope that you'll love how easy it is to implement some simple changes, add some play space and routines to make a really happy and playful home environment with less stress and more time for drinking your coffee! Plus you'll have the benefit of truly understanding the learning going on behind that play.
Who
...is it designed for? PlayLab is for all parents and carers of young children. Those staying at home with small kids underfoot all day, those juggling a career and home life, and also for those with children at school.
Whether you are just getting started and seeking step-by-step guidance, looking for some time for yourself and also wanting the kids to be playing more independently or even a seasoned pro already confident in what you're doing who just needs some regular inspiration to add to their weekly plans - it's for ALL!
Which
...ages of children will this help with most? PlayLab is designed for parents and carers of young children of any age, primarily toddlers to the end of primary/ elementary school (approx 18 months-11.)
However there will be strategies for simplifying for babies and adapting to suit tweens. We will primarily talk about PRE-SCHOOLERS and AFTER-SCHOOLERS and since many of us have both of those simultaneously there will be plenty of natural cross-over and ideas to suit all.
Why
….do we need something like PlayLab? In this crazy, online modern world we are all suffering from information overload which can result in unnecessary amounts of fatigue, stress and parent guilt.
We often feel there is more we could be doing with our children, but we are lacking the knowledge and time to do it. We'd like to better understand the development that's going on, or what that current educational philosophy really means for our own kids.
We fear the over-use of screen time and want instead for our children to be happy, sociable, independent, creative and playful learners.
We want the same for our own kids and so the idea for PlayLab was born as a membership site with a difference. How about we take an experienced teacher with lots of small kids of her own, throw in some brilliant ideas for play and learning activities, create some fantastic how-to video tutorials, inspiring play ideas set ups and MasterClass sessions on child development and learning topics and make it all as user friendly and easy to access as possible around your busy schedule??
We’ve done all this (and more) and hope that you'll love how easy it is to implement some simple changes, add some play space and routines to make a really happy and playful home environment with less stress and more time for drinking your coffee! Plus you'll have the benefit of truly understanding the learning going on behind that play.
We want the same for our own kids and so the idea for PlayLab was born as a membership site with a difference. How about we take an experienced teacher with lots of small kids of her own, throw in some brilliant ideas for play and learning activities, create some fantastic how-to video tutorials, inspiring play ideas packs and top-tips interviews from current experts and make it all as user friendly and easy to access as possible around your busy schedule??
We’ve done all this (and more) and hope that you'll love how easy it is to implement some simple changes, add some play space and routines to make a really happy and playful home environment with less stress and more time for drinking your coffee!
How?
… does it differ to just scrolling Pinterest and reading blogs? We all want to reduce our screen time and spend our time more intentionally.
PlayLab contains unique and inspiring content, neatly curated and easy for you to browse. Unlike the endless (often unrealistic) ideas of Pinterest, the ideas contained here will be expertly designed by an experienced teacher, easy to set up within minutes and play-tested for engagement.
The ideas are also delivered in very short, easy to watch and implement video segments each week, making it a lot more user friendly than the traditional website model.
When?
…does it open? PlayLab will re-open for registration in September 2020 and stay open for just a few days.
We deliberately keep the sign up period short so that we can then get on with the great task of welcoming new members and focusing all our energy on PlayLab resources, material and support!
Together we are developing PlayLab into the best possible place to learn and thrive as confident parents of creative, playful and independent kids! Please come and join us in our wonderfully supportive, playful community.
Where?
….will it be? All of the activities, tutorials, discussion, videos, guidance and inspiration take place ONLINE within the exclusive PlayLab membership site forum.
It is password protected and you will have your own account. You will be able to work through the content in order, in your own time and re-visit it as often as you like, dipping in and out and building your knowledge, confidence and ideas as you do so!
How?
… does it differ to just scrolling Pinterest and reading blogs? We all want to reduce our screen time and spend our time more intentionally.
PlayLab contains unique and inspiring content, neatly curated and easy for you to browse. Unlike the endless (often unrealistic) ideas of Pinterest, the ideas contained here will be expertly designed by an experienced teacher, easy to set up within minutes and play-tested for engagement.
The ideas are also delivered in very short, easy to watch and implement video segments each week, making it a lot more user friendly than the traditional website model.
When?
…does it open? PlayLab will re-open for registration in September 2020 and remain open for just a few days.
We deliberately keep the sign up period short so that we can then get on with the great task of welcoming new members and focusing all our energy on PlayLab resources, material and support!
Together we are developing PlayLab into the best possible place to learn and thrive as confident parents of creative, playful and independent kids! Please come and join us in our wonderfully supportive, playful community.
Where?
….will it be? All of the activities, tutorials, discussion, videos, guidance and inspiration take place ONLINE within the exclusive PlayLab membership site forum.
It is password protected and you will have your own account. You will be able to work through the content in order, in your own time and re-visit it as often as you like, dipping in and out and building your knowledge, confidence and ideas as you do so!
PlayLab Details
How much does it cost?
The simple answer to this is, the same as a cup of coffee per week!
At £11.99/month it really offers incredible value.
We offer special deals for ANNUAL subscribers with 2 months free!
Surely this weekly support, educational advice and brilliant, unique ideas to use with your child are worth the price of a coffee?!
Still not sure? I get it!
I am terrible at making decisions and signing up for things. However, thankfully you don't have to take my word for it.
CLICK HERE to listen to what our PlayLab members have to say!
What will I get?
- Play Foundations video training in 15 modules
- DIY "Make It" tutorial videos, tips and instructions
- 3 x weekly videos with simple set ups for Invitations to PLAY, LEARN and CREATE
- Exclusive access to our PlayLab members' FB group
- 3 x Master Class video trainings per month on learning and child development topics
- PlayLab Forum discussions and members' share thread on site
- Play and Learning Guides organised by themes and seasons
- Resources to download and print
Can I opt out?
OF COURSE you can choose to cancel your membership at ANY time. We hate those sneaky binding contracts as much as you do!
No tricks here. If you decide to stop being a part of PlayLab, you can simply email us to cancel your membership and whilst we can't do refunds, you will not be charged again.
You will no longer have access to the site but can obviously keep hold of any course materials you have downloaded :)
PlayLab is for you if...
- You want more time
- You are craving a simpler, less overwhelming life
- You want to help your child develop in playful ways
- You would like less screen time for you and the kids
- You would like to learn more about child development and learning styles from an experienced teacher
- You’d like less toys, purposefully designed play and learning spaces with tips for better organisation of materials
- You would like to chat to and support other parents in this journey too!
Have some questions?
Click on some of the most frequently asked questions below to see if we have your answer.
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What can I expect from PlayLab?
🌟 Support, tips, ideas and personally tailored advice from an experienced primary teacher and mum of 4!
🌟 A full section dedicated to Home Learning that will help you navigate the ins and outs on how to make having children at home as enjoyable as possible.
🌟 Masterclass video trainings each month on learning and child development topics.
🌟 Play Foundations video training in 15 modules
🌟 Weekly videos with simple set ups for Invitations to Play, Learn and Create
🌟 PlayLab Forum that is filled with discussions amongst like-minded parents who want the best for their children
🌟 Play and Learning Guides organised by themes and seasons
🌟 Resources to download and print
🌟 DIY "Make It" tutorial videos, tips and instructions
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Why should I choose PlayLab?
I am the creator of PlayLab and the award winning blog - The Imagination Tree. I am also a teacher, influencer and mum of 4 from London, England. During my time teaching, I became the first Early Years Lead teacher for my borough and helped inspire and train other local teachers to improve their classroom practice.
My blog, The Imagination Tree, has won 3 UK blogging awards and been picked up internationally with a Red Tricycle Award for creativity. The blog has also won the following awards and these awards are testament to the quality of the content that is provided:
- Best Overall UK Blog of the Year 2011
- Best UK Craft Blog 2013
- Best UK Craft Blog 2016
As a mum, I understand what makes children want to learn. All the resources that are provided in PlayLab are designed to make it easy and simple to use for both parents as well as children.
My aim is to engage children through activities that encourage creativity and stimulate the young mind (and hopefully also give parents a bit of "me time" to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while their children are engaged!). -
How much does PlayLab cost?
The cost of PlayLab is less than a cup of coffee per week! The payment options can all be found at the checkout page.
You can try PlayLab today for £1. -
What are the recommended ages for PlayLab?
PlayLab is suitable for parents, teachers, or anyone who is interested in engaging children from baby to 11 years old.
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Do I need a fancy playroom or expensive wooden toys?
Absolutely not!
Inside PlayLab, I will teach you how to quickly set up activities using things around the house, making the most of corners and dead spaces to transform for play. Most of these activities can even be set up under 5 minutes!
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I really don’t have the time to join right now - can I join later?
I get this a lot! Trust me, plenty of our PlayLab members wear multiple hats - mum, work, wife and etc etc.
PlayLab has been designed to create more time for you while your kids play independently.
I only open the doors to PlayLab twice a year. At this stage, I'm not sure when our next intake will be only because I want to make sure I can look after all our current members and give them my full attention.
This round of intake ends Friday 18th of September 2020.
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Do I need to enter my credit card details?
Yes. In order to access the quality content available inside PlayLab, we do require your credit card details at sign up.
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Can I cancel at anytime?
Of course! You can choose to cancel your membership at ANY time. We hate those sneaky binding contracts as much as you do! No tricks here. If you decide to stop being a part of PlayLab, you can simply email us to cancel your membership. Whilst we can't do refunds, you will not be charged again.
Please note that once you cancel your membership, you will no longer have access to the site and all the content, but you can obviously hold onto any material that you have already downloaded.
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Can I pay for it in my preferred currency?
Yes of course you can! Simply select the currency of your choice using the dropdown option that can be found under the section titled "Your payment".
Our system currently accepts:- Australian Dollar
- U.S. Dollar
- Canadian Dollar
- Euro
- Hong Kong Dollar
- Singapore Dollar
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I have more questions. How do I contact you?
We are looking forward to hearing from you! The quickest way will be via email.