Age-appropriate context
Inspection scope considers the age ranges served, the equipment observed and the playground setting.
School and childcare playground inspections · Central Texas and Hill Country
School and childcare playground inspections with useful next steps.
Independent safety assessments and clear documentation for private schools, charter schools, childcare programs, churches and district facilities across Central Texas.
Independent inspection-only service · Nick Farline, M.S., CPRE, CPSI · 35-county coverage by appointment
Designed for facility decision-makers
Make playground concerns easier to understand and prioritize.
School leaders and childcare operators need practical inspection information that maintenance staff, administrators and governing boards can understand.
Clear documentation
Photo-backed findings and priorities help staff discuss repairs and record follow-up decisions.
Scheduled reviews
Annual programs offer planned inspections beyond daily staff checks and maintenance activities.
Services for education settings
From a one-time baseline to a repeatable routine.
A comprehensive inspection may assess accessible equipment, hardware, surfacing, use zones and observable concerns within the agreed assignment. Routine inspections focus on visual and operational condition trends.
- Comprehensive inspection from $595 for a typical site
- Routine visual inspection from $225
- Annual program from $1,195 per site
- Portfolio quotes for campuses with multiple play areas
Important distinction
Inspection is not licensing approval.
An inspection report does not replace state childcare licensing inspections, school supervision obligations, accessibility reviews or specialized impact testing. The relevant requirements depend on the operator, equipment and scope.
Discuss age range, equipment types and known concerns before booking so the proposal defines what will—and will not—be assessed.
Schools & childcare FAQs
Questions before requesting a playground assessment.
Can you inspect several campuses on one visit route?
Yes, where schedules and distances allow. Coordinated multi-site visits may qualify for portfolio pricing and reduce repeated travel.
Can you promise a playground is safe or compliant?
No inspection can guarantee that injuries will never occur. PlayGauge documents accessible conditions and observations within the defined scope and identifies items for owner review.
Can we submit a purchase order?
We can review institutional purchasing requirements, including purchase orders, proof of coverage, scopes of work and vendor registration, before scheduling.
Need an independent inspection or recurring program?
Share your site, number of play areas and timing. We will confirm scope, pricing and availability.