My thanks to head teacher Andrew Squire and the staff and children of St John’s Primary School who are allowing me to visit their school each week to observe children at play. I am passionate about the value of free play for all ages and in helping schools to understand what is being missed if play opportunities are undervalued and marginalised. After only two extended visits I have taken many notes and I hope that not only will I learn a great deal but that the school will benefit from discussing my observations. I am creating a new website to focus on play and playful approaches to teaching and learning and will share the details as soon as it is up and running.