Bates Elementary School Playground
Salem, MA
Published pricing
New Salem school playground with poured rubber surfacing, interactive games, shade, musical play, accessible spinner access, and sensory-focused elements.
Needs recheckFixed locationInclusive playgrounds
Touch the Sky Playground
Beverly School for the Deaf campus, Beverly, MA
Inclusive school-based playground in Beverly with wide ramps, rubber surfacing, supportive swings, and tactile play elements.
Quick facts
Price
Free outdoor playground when open to the public.
Profile
Strong 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
- address
- ramps
- rubber surfacing
What remains unknown
- Current operating hours or season
- Current photo coverage
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
Free outdoor playground when open to the public.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
A strong option for mobility access and tactile play, especially if you want a quieter destination than a big municipal park.
At a Glance
Venue type
Inclusive playground
Age groups
ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Ramped accessAdaptive swingsGround-level play
Sensory and communication features
Tactile play
Family amenities
SeatingPicnic tables
Surface type
Rubber surface
Shade level
Limited shade
Accessibility supports
Accessible routesSmooth paths
Operator type
School or community
Visit options
Free entry
Toddler-friendly
Yes
Plan Your Visit
SettingSchool-campus playground tucked into a residential area on a hill.
What To Know
School-based locationOutdoor playgroundGrassy area nearbyPicnic table and benches noted
Public AccessReported open to the public when the School for the Deaf is not in session.
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryFree outdoor playground when open to the public.
AdmissionFree
Touch the Sky Playground sits at Beverly School for the Deaf and is one of the clearest inclusive playground matches in the North Shore region. Publicly documented features include wide ramps, a rubber surface for wheelchair access, bucket-seat swings for extra support, and a roller-ball slide designed for children who seek tactile input. Families should note that it is school-based and reported to be open to the public only when school is not in session.
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.
Sensory
Roller-ball slide for tactile input
Mobility
Wide rampsRubber surface accommodates wheelchairs
Considerations
One slide is described as metal rather than plastic.Location is up a steep hill behind the school.
Supportive Play
Bucket-seat swings for extra support
Accessible routesSmooth paths
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Published pricingBooking link
Large waterfront Gloucester playground in Stage Fort Park with beaches, picnic amenities, restrooms, and a newer play area inside a broader destination park.
Contact Information
Address
Beverly School for the Deaf, 6 Echo Avenue
Beverly, MA, 01915
Source & Verification
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 2 public sources.
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 regional accessible-playground sources.
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