Accessible playground at Talbot Community School in Portland with inclusive play equipment
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Talbot Community School Inclusive Playground

Portland, ME

Portland's first ADA-inclusive public school playground with accessible surfacing, inclusive swings, and a merry-go-round families can use outside school hours.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through elementary-age kids

Hours

Public access is available because Portland school playgrounds are public parks; exact daily posted hours were not clearly published on the source reviewed.

Price

Free public playground.

Visit style

Neighborhood stop

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

One of the clearest mobility-access options in Portland, especially if you want a straightforward neighborhood playground with public access.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families specifically seeking wheelchair-friendly surfacing.
  • Kids who love swings and spinning play.
  • Quick neighborhood visits rather than a half-day outing.
  • Portland families wanting an inclusive outdoor stop close to city neighborhoods.
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting a huge destination playground with many separate zones.
  • Visitors who need detailed published amenity lists like restrooms or shade structures.
  • Anyone looking for a fully fenced play environment.

At a Glance

Venue type

Inclusive playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Adaptive swingsInclusive spinnerGround-level play

Surface type

Rubber surface

Shade level

Limited shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routesSmooth paths

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entry

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Visit StyleBest as a neighborhood play stop.
What To Bring
WaterSun gear in warm weather
Hours SummaryPublic access is available because Portland school playgrounds are public parks; exact daily posted hours were not clearly published on the source reviewed.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public playground.
AdmissionNo admission fee noted.

About the Venue

Talbot Community School Inclusive Playground is Portland's first ADA-inclusive playground and is open to the public because Portland school playgrounds function as public parks. Official project details highlight inclusive swings, a merry-go-around, specially designed play equipment, and a surface intended to support wheelchair and crutch access. This is a strong pick for families prioritizing basic mobility access in a familiar neighborhood-school setting rather than a large destination park.

Atlas Perspective

Inclusive Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through elementary-age kids
Noise LevelTypical school-playground noise
Visit StyleNeighborhood stop
Energy LevelModerate
Parent ComfortGood for a shorter visit if you mainly want inclusive equipment and easy public access

Accessibility & Comfort

Highlights
ADA-inclusive designSurface intended to allow easier movement by wheelchairs and crutchesInclusive swingsInclusive merry-go-aroundSpecially designed play equipment
Considerations
Public source reviewed did not publish a full equipment inventory.Restroom and fencing details were not clearly confirmed in the official source reviewed.
Accessible routesSmooth paths

Gallery

Inclusive playground at Talbot Community School in Portland
Photo shared with Portland Parks Conservancy when Portland's first ADA-inclusive playground opened.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through elementary-age kids

Hours

Public access is available because Portland school playgrounds are public parks; exact daily posted hours were not clearly published on the source reviewed.

Price

Free public playground.

Visit style

Neighborhood stop

Contact Information

Address

1600 Forest Avenue

Portland, ME, 04103

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 11, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 11, 2026

Created listing from official project announcement and image source.

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