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Local Playground Spotlight: Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground

Inclusive fun for all abilities!

By Janel Plunkard, Publisher of Macaroni Kid Springfield MO April 8, 2021



Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground at McBride
5005 S Farm Rd 135
Springfield, MO 65810

What we love about Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground: 

In October 2020, an inclusive playground at McBride Elementary in Springfield was opened to honor the legacy of Mr. Nick, a beloved special education teacher at the school who passed away unexpectedly in 2018. A blue sign welcoming everyone expresses the purpose of the playground - "all abilities, all together". The playground accommodates children of all abilities, so they can experience the joy of play inclusively with their peers.




Amenities at Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground: 

You'll find an innovative and interactive space to play at Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground! The playground is special needs accessible and offers a flat, level surface ideal for wheelchairs. The rubber and turf surfaces are maneuverable for strollers and wheelchairs. The playground is designed for children ages 5 through 12, but our toddler thoroughly enjoys the playground, too! 

When planning a visit, please keep in mind that it is located at a school. Plan your visit during non-school hours. 

Adjacent to Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground, you'll find the McBride School-Park, which offers picnic tables, a small covered pavilion, a small playground ideal for toddlers and preschoolers, restrooms, a water fountain, paved walking trails, a soccer field, and a disc golf course.

  • Swings & High Back Adaptive Swings
  • Wheelchair Accessible Ramps
  • Zipline with rope & High Back Adaptive Seat
  • Wheelchair Accessible Merry-Go-Round
  • Climbing Wall & Monkey Bars
  • Sliding Boards of varying heights and lengths
  • Interactive Music & Animal Sounds Feature
  • Benches for Parents & Caregivers


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