Build core literacy and numeracy skills through play. Our alphabet and number markings – from number grids and caterpillar letters to sign language alphabets and phonics games – turn everyday learning into active, memorable outdoor lessons.
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Physical movement aids cognitive memory retention. By physically hopping along phonics snakes, stepping out sight words, or tracing letter shapes on the playground, children combine multisensory touch and movement with visual learning. At Thermmark, we design our alphabet markings to complement UK phonics teaching phases, giving teachers an interactive outdoor tool for EYFS and Key Stage 1 literacy lessons.
Yes. Primary teachers frequently use number lines and letter grids for cross-curricular outdoor lessons, combining PE with core subjects. For example, pupils can perform skip-counting hops, solve simple mental maths equations by stepping along number lines, or sprint to identify initial letter sounds, making revision active and engaging while keeping pupils physically moving.
Yes. All Thermmark educational markings are manufactured using non-toxic formulations. The preformed thermoplastic is heat-bonded directly into the tarmac substrate, creating a smooth finish without sharp or raised edges that could trip young children playing outdoors.
High-frequency foot traffic on small letter shapes causes painted markings to wear down quickly, often fading or chipping away within a single school year. Thermmark preformed thermoplastic markings are heat-fused into the substrate, lasting up to 10 times longer than traditional paint while maintaining crisp outlines and vibrant colours season after season.
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"We just wanted to say how delighted we are with the playground markings. They are so colourful and already providing a great source of fun and activity for the children.”
PTA ChairHatton Park Primary School, Cambridgeshire“I just wanted to say thank you for installing the markings in our school playground. [The installers] all worked well and were very polite and helpful. Many children and parents have made nice comments about how it all looks.”
Senior Premises ManagerMelcombe Primary School, London“Just sending you a quick email to say our playground markings are amazing and the children are thrilled with them as are the staff! I will definitely recommend your company to others in our area.”
School Business ManagerWaterloo Primary School, Liverpool“I just wanted to say thank you to you and all the team for the playground markings. The children are loving them and your help was much appreciated!”
EmmaWincle C of E Primary School, Cheshire
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