Building a Playground for the Future
Why a New Playground?
When we asked our Junior School students what mattered most to them, their answer was clear: open spaces to play, explore and let their imaginations run free
They spoke with excitement about forts and swings, climbing and spinning structures, monkey bars, slides and bridges –a playground filled with adventure and possibility
Now, with your support, we can make their vision a reality.
Together, we can create a playground that inspires joy, nurtures creativity, and becomes a place where every child feels the freedom to play, exercise and grow.
Our Vision and Principles
Our aim is to build an innovative, inclusive and inspiring new Junior School Playground – a space that reflects our commitment to the wellbeing and development of every child .
At Pembroke, we believe a playground is more than just a place to play, it’s a space where children grow, learn and connect . These are the principles that guide our vision:
Inclusive Design:
Ensuring every child can join in the fun
Community Hub:
A gathering place where friendships begin and grow, and where families come together
Legacy:
Creating a lasting space
Pembroke families can be proud of and that future generations will treasure
Play It Forward: Building a Playground for the Future
Health and Wellbeing:
Encouraging active, joyful play – an adventure space for exercise, exploration and imagination
Learning Through Play:
Fostering social, emotional and physical development
How You Can Help
Every contribution, large or small, will make a difference.
We’ve created several opportunities for our community:
‘Buy
a Brick’ – Leave Your Mark on Our Playground
For a gift of $250, you can ‘Buy a Brick’ that will be engraved with your family name and set into a beautifully paved area within the new Junior School Playground.
This is more than just a brick – it’s a symbol of your family’s connection to the School, a marker of your generosity and a legacy that children and families will see for years to come.
With only 500 bricks available, this is a limited and rare opportunity. By securing your brick today, you’ll be helping lay the foundation for a playground that future generations of children will love, enjoy and remember.
Proceeds from ‘Buy a Brick’ sales will support the development of the new Junior School Playground.
To ‘Buy a Brick’ and let us know how you’d like your family name or details displayed on the engraving, scan the QR code or visit: https://events.humanitix.com/buy-a-brick
Sponsor Play Equipment
Our new Playground will be packed with state-of-the-art, inclusive play equipment for students to enjoy, today and into the future.
You are invited to be part of this exciting project by sponsoring an item in the Playground. Your support will help create a vibrant and engaging play space for our youngest students, while ensuring your family’s contribution is remembered well into the future.
For donations of $2,500 or more, you will receive exclusive recognition on a dedicated plaque on one of the following:
• Double Bay Swing – an inclusive swing with two seats allowing children to swing together, promoting social interaction and physical development
• In Ground Trampoline – a wheelchair-accessible bounce mat that can be enjoyed by all children
• Rotanet – a thrilling and dynamic piece of equipment for climbing and spinning on
• Rock Scramble – a child-friendly low height climbing structure that mimics a natural rock environment
• Monkey Bars – one of the most popular items in a playground and a powerful tool for building strength and coordination
• Rope Bridge – a playground crossing structure which helps to combine physical challenge with imaginative adventure
• Slide – no playground is complete without one – simply a joyful experience providing exhilarating energetic fun!
Donations are tax deductible.
To donate, scan the QR code or visit: https://bit.ly/pembrokeplay-it-forward
To discuss sponsorship, please contact our Director of Development and Philanthropy, Vincent Ciccarello OAM via 08 8366 7070, 0423 468 599 or email: vciccarello@pembroke.sa.edu.au
Rotanet
Leave a Major Legacy
Pembroke families are invited to secure naming rights to the two landmark features of our new Playground – the Covered Outdoor Learning Area , our pinnacle opportunity, and the Fort , the signature play structure. These gifts will create a lasting legacy, remembered by generations of Pembroke students
Covered Outdoor Learning Area (COLA):
A modern, beautifully designed space built to provide shade and protection from the weather while supporting active play, sports and learning.
Equipped for basketball and four-square, it will be a versatile hub for physical activity and social interaction, allowing students to be active and engaged year-round, regardless of the weather.
The Fort:
The centrepiece of the Playground and a hub for adventure and imaginative play, a place for wonderful climbing adventures and pure childhood joy!
The Fort will embody a sense of belonging, a meeting point encouraging friendships and group activities.
Major legacy donations are tax deductible.
To discuss a major legacy gift, please contact our Director of Development and Philanthropy, Vincent Ciccarello OAM via 08 8366 7070, 0423 468 599 or email: vciccarello@pembroke.sa.edu.au
Your Gift Matters
Every contribution, large or small, will help us create this extraordinary space. Together, we can give children a Playground that nurtures their imagination, health and joy, and leaves a legacy for future generations.
To ‘Buy a Brick’, scan the QR code or visit: Buy a Brick
https://events.humanitix.com/buy-a-brick
Sponsor Play Equipment
To sponsor play equipment or make a major legacy gift, scan the QR code or visit:
https://bit.ly/pembroke-play-it-forward
To discuss naming rights or a major gift, please contact our Director of Development and Philanthropy, Vincent Ciccarello OAM via 08 8366 7070, 0423 468 599 or email: vciccarello@pembroke.sa.edu.au
‘ Together, let’s build a place where every child’s imagination can run free, friendships can grow and learning through play is part of every day .’ → pembroke.sa.edu.au
Images in this brochure are artist’s impressions, provided for illustrative purposes only.
