STAFF TRAINING

for Children's Activity Providers

Whether you run a hotel kids’ club, manage seasonal camps, plan magical Christmas experiences, or coordinate toddler groups we can help you take your children’s programme to the next level.

With over 12 years of experience in education, play-based learning, and event design, Discovery Playtime delivers training and consultancy that is creative, inclusive, and practical.

WHO WE WORK WITH

We specialise in training and programme development for:

Holiday Camps and Clubs

Hotel Mini-Clubs and Entertainment Teams

Elf Experiences and Seasonal Events

Libraries, Toddler Groups, and Family Programmes

Organisations working with children

Training is always tailored to your setting, your staff’s experience, and the needs of your audience.

Working with the Alive Outside team for over 3 years

PROJECT: Reimagining creativity in multi-site summer camps
OUTCOME: A brand-new creative programme aligned with the outdoor ethos, delivered through a hands-on, high-impact training for 40+ instructors.

“What we quickly realised was that everything Mireia brought to the table was relevant across the board. Her insights and approach will impact every part of our camp experience.”

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Engaging, play-based training sessions that staff actually enjoy

Hands-on ideas that can be delivered right away

A better understanding of child development and inclusive practice

Creative activity plans that match your brand, space, and goals

A confident, inspired team ready to lead with purpose

Ongoing inspiration and support to keep your programme fresh

Sunway Holidays x Discovery Playtime since 2018 both in Ireland and Lapland

PROJECT: Elevating the Magic of Christmas in Lapland
OUTCOME: A professional, heart-led Elf School programme uniting Irish and Finnish teams to deliver an unforgettable family experience.

“It’s not just about entertainment, it’s about creating memories, connection, and joy that families will carry with them for life.”

- Mireia, Founder of Discovery Playtime & Head Elf for Sunway Lapland Experience

Our training sessions are practical, engaging and designed around your team. Rather than simply sharing theory, we explore real challenges, experience ideas through play and give staff practical tools they can use straight away, helping them feel more confident, creative and intentional in the experiences they create for children, adapting to the real challenges and strengths of your team and organisation.

Creating More Inclusive & Engaging Libraries

Read about our library staff training

We worked with County Meath Libraries to explore how simple, intentional changes can create more meaningful and inclusive experiences for children and families.

Play as meaningful learning

Understanding behaviour through observation

Supporting different sensory needs

Creating spaces that encourage curiosity and connection

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We worked with Barretstown to explore how imagination, play and connection can support children navigating serious illness, across hospital, home, school and camp settings.

Imagination and playfulness as a foundation for connection

Following a child's lead, and creating real choice and safety

Meeting a child where they are, to unlock magic moments

Play adapted safely for every space and every child's needs

Discovery Playtime

Creating playful experiences where children thrive through curiosity, creativity and connection.
Whether we're running camps, festivals, workshops, family events, educator training or sharing conversations through our podcast, our mission is the same: to give children the time, space and freedom to simply be children.

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