Bow Top & Mesh Fencing
Bow-top railings and welded mesh panels give schools a secure, see-through boundary that keeps children safely inside while staff can supervise the whole space at a glance.
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Nursery Fencing
Nursery & EYFS Playground Fencing
Nursery fencing is low, anti-trap bow-top with self-closing, finger-safe gates, keeping toddlers safely in and roads, car parks and water firmly out during busy nursery days.
What it is
Nursery & EYFS Playground Fencing
Nursery fencing is a low, child-focused boundary, usually around 1.2m high, built from smooth anti-trap bow-top railing with self-closing gates. Everything is designed around small children, with no finger traps, no footholds to climb and no gaps to slip through.
For an EYFS setting the fence is a safeguarding measure as much as a boundary. It keeps toddlers contained within a supervised area and keeps traffic, car parks and water features out, which also underpins a calm, secure arrival and drop-off each morning.
- Low height for toddlers
- Anti-trap, no finger snags
- Self-closing safe gates
- Keeps roads and cars out
- Bright, friendly colours
- Supports secure drop-off
See also our bow top and mesh fencing and the full range of playground fencing.
Good to know
Getting a nursery boundary right
The details are what make a nursery boundary work. Vertical bars are spaced to stop a child slipping through or getting a head stuck, the design avoids horizontal rails that invite climbing, and gates are fitted with self-closing hinges and child-resistant latches set out of little hands reach.
Colour helps too. A friendly palette makes the space feel welcoming rather than institutional, and colour can gently signal zones to children. We work with your team so the boundary meets your safeguarding needs and suits the age of the children using it.
Why Commercial Play
The benefits at a glance
Anti-trap and low
Smooth bow-top railing at toddler height removes finger, head and clothing traps.
Safeguarding first
A secure boundary keeps small children in and keeps roads, cars and water out.
Self-closing gates
Gates close on their own with child-resistant latches, so an open gate never goes unnoticed.
Calm drop-off
A contained, secure area makes arrival and collection safer and less stressful for everyone.
FAQs
Nursery Fencing: common questions
What height should nursery fencing be?
Around 1.2m is typical for nurseries and EYFS settings. It is tall enough to keep toddlers safely contained and support supervision, while staying low enough for staff to see across the whole area easily. We advise on the right height for your setting.
Are the gates safe for small children?
Yes. Gates are self-closing so they cannot be left open, and latches are child-resistant and positioned out of a toddler reach. The gate design carries the same anti-trap detailing as the fencing, with no finger traps at the hinge or leading edge.
Will the fencing stop children climbing out?
The design is chosen to discourage climbing, avoiding horizontal rails and footholds that give little feet a step up. Combined with the right height and self-closing gates, it keeps children safely inside their supervised area. Supervision always remains essential alongside it.
Can the fencing be bright and colourful?
Yes. Nursery fencing is powder-coated and comes in a wide range of cheerful colours, so it feels warm and welcoming rather than institutional. We can match your setting branding or use colour to help define zones within the outdoor area.
The rest of the range
More playground fencing options
Part of our full playground fencing range — explore the other surfaces below.
Timber Fencing & Gates
Timber fencing and matching gates bring a warm, natural boundary to forest-school, nature and early-years areas, blending softly into planting while still marking a clear, safe edge.
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Outdoor Storage
Outdoor storage means sheds, stores and lockable units that keep loose parts, PE kit and wheeled toys tidy, dry and secure, so a busy playground stays clear and ready to use.
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