Ipswich Community Playbus – Dennis
Transporting play to disadvantaged children
Ipswich Community Playbus transports the benefits of fun and educational play to disadvantaged children and families living in Ipswich. Maggie the current Playbus is an impressive 40 years old: she is retiring soon and putting her wheels up for a well-earned rest!
The Axis Foundation’s donation of £10,000 helps Ipswich Community Playbus convert a new Playbus – Dennis – into another amazing play space.
“This is wonderful news and so very much appreciated! Your donation will enable Dennis to take to the roads and carry on the Playbus legacy very soon. On behalf of all the children and families, the Trustees and staff thank you so very much” – Mandy Potter, Playbus Co-Ordinator
Facilities on board Dennis include a built-in slide, sand pit, new toilet and baby change area as well as a built-in generator which will serve the on- board lighting and heating, UV window film and carpet for the top deck play area.
More about Ipswich Community Playbus
The Ipswich Community Playbus brings the benefits of play into the homes of families who live in social housing and who may not have play areas nearby.
The staff on board the bus follow the Early Years Foundation Stage of the National Curriculum in planning various and different themes each term to engage young children and develop their learning skills, bringing families and communities together.They are also able to signpost families to relevant other services/groups/activities should they be experiencing difficulties including job security and health/ financial worries.
Read more about their work here
