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Wellbeing Instruments
Outdoor musical instruments designed for schools and community environments to encourage connection, engagement and play
Creating Inclusive Outdoor Spaces
Creating Inclusive Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor musical instruments designed for schools and community environments
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Create a Sanctuary for Regulation and Inclusive Play
Beyond the traditional playground: inclusive sensory soundscapes that support emotional wellbeing and shared engagement with outdoor musical instruments.
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Infrastructure for Student Wellbeing
We provide permanent outdoor musical instruments specifically designed for the school environment. Unlike standard playground equipment, our instruments are acoustically engineered to support sensory regulation, providing a professional, “always-on” resource for inclusive play and student engagement.
A Scalable Framework for a Calmer Campus
From individual sensory anchors placed strategically across the yard to comprehensive four-instrument soundscapes, our framework scales to fit your school’s unique pressure points.
Our instruments serve as a Tier 1 (Universal) anchor—a passive reset zone that students use intuitively during break times. For students requiring targeted support, they become a Tier 2 “circuit-breaker” for dysregulation. This provides staff with a professional, active strategy for students who might otherwise struggle with traditional play, moving them away from withdrawal and toward a state of readiness.
Not all children thrive in traditional playgrounds
For many students, the standard playground is a high-energy environment that doesn’t always offer a way for every child to engage comfortably.
Our spaces offer a different way to participate:
- A Calmer Pace: A quiet, open-ended sanctuary for those who need a break from sensory overwhelm.
- Low-Pressure Interaction: Students can engage at their own pace, moving from solo exploration to shared, non-verbal connection.
- Natural Regulation: Providing a space where children are naturally drawn to spend time, whether they are actively playing or simply sitting nearby.
Professional Grade.
Clinically Informed.
Built for Longevity.
Proprietary Acoustic Engineering: Developed alongside Occupational Therapists to ensure frequencies meet specific sensory needs. Our unique strike-response design ensures these spaces are 10dB quieter than standard alternatives—effectively halving the perceived volume so they can be placed near classrooms without disruption.
Significant Installation Savings: Certified for “stand-and-play” use under 1m (AS 4685). Because no expensive soft-fall rubber is required, schools frequently redirect those surfacing savings to install multiple instruments—often creating a complete 4-unit sensory circuit for the same budget as a single piece of traditional equipment.
A Permanent Investment: Featuring a 25-Year Structural Warranty, our instruments are built to withstand decades of daily use in high-traffic environments, providing a maintenance-free legacy for your campus.
Ready-to-Use Resources: Every space is supported by 38 curriculum-aligned activities and inclusive visual aids (PCS), ensuring the equipment is used daily as a functional learning and wellbeing tool.
Not all children thrive in traditional playgrounds
Children only have one childhood, and the playground is the backdrop of their daily life. While high-energy play works for many, others find the noise and speed a barrier to engagement.
Currently, students who find traditional play overwhelming have few options other than withdrawing from the group. By creating a dedicated Sensory Space, you provide a destination for the students who usually stand on the sidelines. It’s an active alternative that ensures happiness and inclusion are physical realities for every student on your campus.
Designed to feel calm, inviting, and considered
Our outdoor musical instruments are designed not just for how they function, but for how the space feels to live in. Whether you choose to distribute instruments strategically across the yard or cluster them into a single high-impact zone, they serve as a “low-arousal” anchor. The materials, layout, and rounded meditative tones all contribute to an environment that students are naturally drawn to, reducing playground friction before it starts.
Real Impact in Australian Schools
Acoustic Harmony, Not Noise
“Staff remarked that it felt like being in a Himalayan village. Students who are heightened often become noticeably calmer as they engage with the sounds.”
Jo Wheeler – Principal, Westgarth PS
Strategic Tier 2 Support
“We use it as a Tier 2 strategy to calm students down so we can begin a restorative conversation. I absolutely recommend this to any school rolling out the three-tiered approach.”
Jacqui Abrahams – Principal, Diamond Creek PS
A High-Yield Investment
Anthony Potesta – Principal, Banum Warrik PS
Student Engagement & Focus
“It’s just lovely to hear when the kids are out there playing it and there’s always a smile on there face… It has become a whole element of our wellbeing… approach. The kids absolutely love it.”
I would absolutely recommend Wellbeing Instruments to other schools and I cannot wait for more additions for our school!”
Hayley Styles – Principal, St Andrews PS
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We’ve Simplified the Funding & Approval Process
Securing budget shouldn’t be the hardest part of your job. Our Planning & Funding Pack is a “Business Case in a Box” designed to help you navigate internal discussions and budget approvals.
What’s Inside:
- The Funding Roadmap: State-specific grant opportunities (Wellbeing, Inclusive Ed, Capital Works).
- Technical Specs: Durable, weather-resistant designs with a 25-year structural guarantee and easy installation guides.
Pricing & Layouts: Transparent, affordable costs for committee reviews.
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Join the growing number of educators using sensory soundscapes to support student wellbeing. Receive your digital pack instantly.
