West Palm Beach school opens a sensory-friendly playground
Addy's Playground of Possibility opened Oct. 13 at Connections Education Center, with a communication board and signs for practicing real-world safety.
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Addy's Playground of Possibility opened Oct. 13, 2026, at Connections Education Center, 1310 Old Congress Ave. in West Palm Beach. The sensory-friendly playground includes a communication board, sensory elements, an accessible safety surface, and community signs such as stop signs and a railroad crossing so students can practice real-world safety.
Volunteer and philanthropist Addy van Leeuwen funded the playground. School leaders said the space was designed for children with autism, with features that go beyond a typical play structure.
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