Decision Maker: Education, Youth & Culture Overview & Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 4, 2025

Purpose: To provide an update on the delivery of the PlayPals programme, designed to empower children with knowledge of their rights to play and encourage them to become play ambassadors within their schools and communities.

Content: (a)       That the Committee endorse Flintshire play Development ‘The Power of Play in Flintshire Schools’ report;   (b)       That the Committee committed to supporting the future of Flintshire Play Development schools projects/ activities to support children’s health and wellbeing, raising attainment, attendance and supporting the reduction in lowering exclusion rates; and   (c)       That the Committee recognises and endorses the significant contribution of informal and non-formal learning opportunities in delivering an engaging and inclusive education offer.