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:

  • Dynamic, hands-on activities

    Experience first-hand the power of play in an engaging, movement-based environment.

  • Research-backed strategies

    Learn how play positively impacts mental health, resilience, and academic success with insights from La Trobe University’s research with TSOP.

  • Practical classroom applications

    Gain immediately usable tools to weave play, gratitude, movement, and connection into everyday teaching.

  • Educator well-being focus

    Discover ways to reduce teacher burnout, boost engagement, and create a more joyful school culture.

  • A powerful framework for student success

    Dive deep into The Daily PEGG (Play, Exercise, Gratitude, and Giving) approach, designed to transform student learning and well-being.

     

Program Schedule

  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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 main PHASE Conference to attend this one day workshop.

Presenter

Dale Sidebottom

Founder of The School of Play, Energetic Education, and Jugar Life

Dale Sidebottom is an internationally recognised play consultant and the visionary founder of The School of Play, Energetic Education, and Jugar Life. With over 20 years of experience in education and well-being, Dale has spoken in over 20 countries, inspiring educators, students, and organisations with his innovative, high-energy approach to play-based learning.

TEDx Speaker
Author of All Work No Play
Host of the Energetic Radio Podcast

Dale’s mission is to empower educators with simple, impactful strategies that enhance mental health, engagement, and resilience through play. His sessions are interactive, movement-based, and guaranteed to leave you feeling inspired and recharged!

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