Playgrounds get their heaviest use over the summer school holidays. Whether you manage a council park, a strata common area, a childcare centre, a caravan park or a café play area, a few clear signs set expectations for parents and keep kids safe. Here's our guide to playground signs.
1. Playground rules
- Playground rules
- Play fair, share, take turns
- Outdoor play area, 3 to 6 years for age-specific zones
2. Supervision
- Children must be supervised at all times
- Watch your children
- Watch around water, supervise children within arm's reach for water play and pools
3. No smoking near play equipment
Several states, including NSW, Victoria and Queensland, ban smoking within 10 metres of children's play equipment in outdoor public places. We stock state-specific signs:
- NSW no smoking within 10 metres, children's play equipment
- VIC no smoking or vaping within 10 metres of playground equipment
- QLD no smoking within 10 metres of children's playground equipment
- No smoking within 10 metres of children's play equipment (general)
Check your state health department for the rules that apply to your site. Our no smoking and no vaping signs guide has more detail.
4. Closures and maintenance
- Playground closed for repairs, inspections or wet weather
5. Around the playground
- Pick up after your dog, children at play
- Caution, children playing for nearby driveways and car parks
- Children must bring a hat for outdoor play for schools and childcare
More park signs are in our park and public space rules signs guide. Childcare centres and schools should also read our school and childcare signs checklist, and caravan parks our caravan park signs checklist.
Material tips
Playgrounds are outdoors and in full sun, so aluminium is the best choice. It handles sun and rain for years. See how to choose the right sign material.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make my own playground rules sign?
Yes. Our custom signs let you write your own rules, and add your logo signs carry your council, strata or business logo.
Will my signs arrive before the school holidays?
Every sign is made to order. Order by Wednesday 16 December (NSW, VIC, QLD, SA) or Wednesday 9 December (WA, NT) for delivery before Christmas. Every sign is 30% off until 31 December.
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