Overview
The School of Play (TSOP) proudly presents the Full-Day Teacher FunShop, a transformative professional learning experience designed to embed play-based learning into school culture. This highly interactive and engaging FunShop equips educators with scientifically backed, practical strategies to boost student and teacher well-being, enhance learning outcomes, and foster a more joyful, connected school environment.
By blending theory, research, and hands-on activities, this FunShop will reignite your enthusiasm for teaching while empowering you with tools to create thriving, resilient, and motivated students—all through the power of play.
What to Expect
This full-day, high-energy FunShop is packed with:
PHASE AP – Singapore
Date and Time
14 November 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location
UWCSEA East Campus – Singapore
Investment
$375USD for individual ticket
$325USD for groups of three or more
Note: You do not need to register for the PHASE Main Conference to attend this one day workshop. If you are interested, please view pricing page here.
Program Schedule
The Power of Play in Education
- Why Play Matters – Explore the science behind play, resilience, and well-being in schools.
- The Role of Play in Stress Reduction – Learn how play-based strategies can help students manage anxiety, stay engaged, and perform better academically.
- Teacher Well-being and Play – Discover how incorporating play into your teaching practice can help you avoid burnout and bring back the joy of teaching.
- Interactive warm-up activities to energise and connect participants.
The Daily PEGG – A Game-Changer for Schools
- The PEGG Framework (Play, Exercise, Gratitude, Giving) – A simple, research-backed system to enhance student and teacher well-being.
- Hands-on PEGG activities – Learn how to implement short, engaging movement breaks, reflection exercises, and gratitude activities.
- Play-Based Engagement Strategies – How to use games to increase student focus, collaboration, and motivation.
- Building a Play-Positive Culture – Strategies to integrate PEGG into daily routines, school events, and even staff meetings.
Play-Based Strategies for Resilience, Confidence & Connection
- Overcoming disengagement through play – Learn how play can reach even the most reluctant learners.
- Games that develop confidence and resilience – Simple strategies to help students navigate challenges, embrace failure, and develop grit.
- Social Connection and Team Building – Fun, interactive activities that strengthen peer relationships and classroom culture.
- Managing classroom behaviour through play – How structured play can help students self-regulate, communicate, and work collaboratively.
Energising Teachers – How Play Transforms Your Teaching Practice
- The Play-Based Teacher Mindset – How to make teaching fun again, even in high-pressure environments.
- Reignite Your Passion for Education – Find renewed energy and motivation through play-based learning.
- Play Beyond the Classroom – How schools can use play to strengthen staff well-being, team dynamics, and professional culture.
Who Should Attend?
This dynamic, laughter-filled professional learning experience is designed for:
✔ Primary and secondary teachers looking to engage students in new, meaningful ways.
✔ School well-being coordinators and leaders seeking innovative, research-backed strategies to improve school culture.
✔ Educators who want to reduce burnout and bring more energy, joy, and balance into their practice.
✔ Anyone passionate about creating fun, vibrant, and impactful learning experiences!
Exclusive Resources for Attendees
As part of this immersive FunShop experience, every participant receives:
🎁 A full-day of high-impact, hands-on learning led by Dale Sidebottom.
🎁 A complete set of resources from the FunShop to help you implement play-based strategies immediately.
🎁 A 12-month membership to The School of Play’s online portal.
Validated by Research: The Science Behind Play
The effectiveness of The School of Play’s approach is backed by La Trobe University, which conducted a year-long study examining the impact of play-based learning on mental health, resilience, and academic performance.
The findings? Schools that embraced play-based learning saw significant improvements in:
✔ Student engagement and motivation.
✔ Resilience and coping skills.
✔ Overall school well-being and connection.
By integrating play into everyday learning, educators unlock students’ full potential, creating a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and joy.
