Celebrating the Power of Play: Introducing Our OPAL Laser Engraved Wooden Medals!

MattBradburySports
May 13
2 min read

At Matt Bradbury Sports, we are firm believers that play is the "work" of childhood. Through the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) programme, we’ve seen schools transform their playgrounds into environments where imagination knows no bounds.

But how do you reward a child for building the ultimate den, showing incredible resilience in the rain, or leading a team through a complex make-believe world?

You give them something as natural and authentic as the play itself.

A Natural Reward for Natural Play

We are so excited to officially launch our Laser Engraved Wooden Medals.

These aren’t your standard, off-the-shelf metal or plastic medals. They are tactile, sustainable, and carry a weight of importance that kids truly lean into.

By choosing wood, we’re staying true to the OPAL ethos - bringing things back to nature and moving away from single-use plastics. Each medal is precision-engraved to be a lasting memento of a child’s creativity and character.

Leading the Way: Kimberley, Edwalton, and Walter Halls

We’ve already had the pleasure of seeing these medals in action! We’ve recently partnered with three fantastic schools to celebrate their OPAL journeys:

Kimberley Primary School
Edwalton Primary School
Walter Halls Primary School

Seeing the pride on the faces of the pupils at these schools when they receive their wooden awards is exactly why we do what we do. It’s about more than just a "well done" - it’s about validating that the skills they learn while playing are just as important as the ones they learn at a desk.

Why Your School Should Make the Switch

If you’re looking to level up your rewards system, here’s why our wooden medals are a game-changer:

Sustainability: They look great and they’re kind to the planet.
Bespoke Design: We can engrave your school logo or specific OPAL values directly onto the wood.
Meaningful Recognition: They celebrate the "whole child"- the risk-takers, the creators, and the kind-hearted playmates.

Let’s Chat About Your Next Award!

Ready to reward your playmakers with something they’ll keep forever? Whether it’s for OPAL achievements or sports coaching milestones, our medals are the perfect fit.

Get in touch today to see how we can help your school celebrate success!