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Large universal playground in Springfield with a fully ramped play structure, inclusive spinner and swing features, poured-in-place rubber surfacing, shade, and nearby pavilion seating.
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Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground
McBride Elementary, Springfield, MO
Community-supported inclusive playground at McBride Elementary in Springfield, built to serve students and the broader community.
Quick facts
Price
No public admission fee was found for ordinary playground use.
Parking
Parking available
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Needs recheck
Public-source evidence needs review. Confirm time-sensitive details using the business links above.
Editorial Review
Why included
Inclusive Play Atlas includes this accessible playground because it has enough public information to compare fit, logistics, and source context.
What we verified
- name
- status
- inclusive positioning
- ongoing recognition
What remains unknown
- Current operating hours or season
Profile updated August 3, 2026; source check April 11, 2026. Confirm current park hours, construction closures, restroom availability, and the specific accessibility features your family needs before making a special trip.
Plan This Visit
Price
No public admission fee was found for ordinary playground use.
Parking
Parking available
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
This is a meaningful Springfield inclusion story first and a playground second: a strong choice if you value mission-driven community design, but come with slightly fewer published logistics than the best-documented park-board sites.
At a Glance
Venue type
Inclusive playground
Age groups
PreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Family amenities
Parking
Surface type
Mixed surfaces
Shade level
Mixed shade
Operator type
School or community
Visit options
Free entry
Plan Your Visit
SettingSchool-community playground setting at McBride Elementary.
WeatherOutdoor playground; best in mild weather.
Planning NoteCheck current school-site access norms before making a special trip.
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryNo public admission fee was found for ordinary playground use.
Mr. Nick's Inclusive Playground is the inclusive playground at McBride Elementary in Springfield, created in honor of former special education teacher Nick Hostler. Public sources confirm the playground opened in 2020 and continues to be recognized as an inclusive play space serving both the school and wider community. It is especially meaningful for families who value a school-community playground with a strong inclusion mission, though public feature-by-feature accessibility details are less complete than at some city-park listings.
Accessibility & Comfort
These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.
Highlights
Inclusive playground purpose and mission are clearly documented.
Considerations
Publicly available official sources reviewed did not provide a full list of equipment and accessibility components.Because it is on a school campus, practical access expectations may differ from a standard city park.
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Address
5005 S Farm Rd 135
Springfield, MO, 65810
Source & Verification
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 1 public source.
This profile summarizes published information and dated reports. It is not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Reviewed as
Municipal source review
What Changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from Springfield Public Schools Foundation source with conservative enrichment due to limited official feature detail.
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