OPA's Services

Information, advice and support on play and playwork

Call or email us with any questions about play.
OPA keeps up-to-date on all aspects of play,
both locally and nationally.

Playwork training and qualifications
OPA provides a wide range of play and playwork training - from short training sessions to full qualifications. We can also arrange to put on training in your area if there is enough demand - just contact us to register your interest, and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

Play Rangers
OPA manages the West Oxfordshire Play Ranger project - encouraging more children and young people to play outside. See the Play Ranger page for more information.

Play Boxes
OPA has over 40 inspiring play boxes full of resources to give people who work with children new and fresh ideas. Feel free to call us to have a look through the Play Boxes - or download a catalogue here.

Payroll Service
OPA's Payroll Service makes it easy for small organisations to organise the wages for your staff - we make all the calculations for you, and can even organise paying all your staff directly into their bank accounts. See the 'Payroll Service' page under 'About Us' for more detailed information.

OPA / Inspiring Play Newsletter
The play and playwork newsletter for Oxfordshire. Info, ideas, views and news for people who work in play settings and anyone else with an interest in the importance of children and young people's play in the county.

Reduced Insurance
OPA membership entitles you to reduced insurance with Morton Michel - call OPA on 01865 779474 if you would like to find out more.

Play Outreach
If you would like some friendly, informed advice on any aspect of play in your setting, OPA can come out and support you. Give us a call to discuss what your needs and arrange a suitable time.

OPA endeavours to constantly improve the services we offer, and to introduce new services as the needs arise - we welcome enquiries and requests for information, advice and practical support.