Introduction
In recent years, promoting physical activity among children and teens has gained increasing attention. Encouraging outdoor play and fitness can significantly benefit not only physical development but also mental well-being. In line with this goal, Humble Independent School District (HISD) has made admirable strides in enhancing fitness opportunities for the community. In 2025, they opened 11 new elementary school playgrounds and two middle school fitness centers, all designed to foster healthy habits.
Playground and Fitness Center Developments
The new facilities are part of a larger initiative supported by a $775 million bond package approved by voters in 2022. HISD officials have emphasized that these playgrounds and fitness centers are open to the public outside of school hours, making them accessible to everyone in the community.
Building upon their earlier successes, with 13 playgrounds already opened by December 2024, the following list highlights the newly launched playgrounds and fitness centers in 2025:
New Playgrounds
1. Autumn Creek Elementary School
- Theme: The Nest
- Opened: October 30
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 14910 Woodland Dawn, Humble
2. Bear Branch Elementary School
- Theme: America the Beautiful
- Opened: May 5
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 3500 Garden Lake Drive, Kingwood
3. Eagle Springs Elementary School
- Theme: Aviation
- Opened: April 17
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 12500 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble
4. Greentree Elementary School
- Theme: Wizard of Oz
- Opened: November 18
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 3502 Brook Shadow Drive, Kingwood
5. Groves Elementary School
- Theme: Enchanted Forest
- Opened: September 24
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 11902 Madera Run Parkway, Atascocita
6. Hidden Hollow Elementary School
- Theme: Western
- Opened: January 24
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 4104 Appalachian Trail, Kingwood
7. Humble ISD Early Childhood Center
- Theme: Toy Town
- Opened: May 19
- Age Group: 2-5
- Location: 8105 E. N. Belt, Humble
8. Lakeshore Elementary School
- Theme: Dreamland
- Opened: December 8
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 13333 Breakwater Path Drive, Houston
9. Pine Forest Elementary School
- Theme: Treasure Island
- Opened: September 17
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 19702 W. Lake Houston Parkway, Atascocita
10. Timbers Elementary School
- Theme: Great Outdoors
- Opened: February 24
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 6910 Lonesome Wood Trail, Humble
11. Willow Creek Elementary School
- Theme: Wonders of the World
- Opened: October 29
- Age Group: 5-12
- Location: 2002 Willow Terrace Drive, Kingwood
New Fitness Centers
1. West Lake Middle School
- Opened: February 3
- Age Group: 13-18
- Location: 11810 Madera Run Parkway, Atascocita
2. Woodcreek Middle School
- Opened: May 15
- Age Group: 13-18
- Location: 14600 Woodson Park Drive, Houston
Conclusion
Humble ISD’s commitment to health and fitness is evident through these new playgrounds and fitness centers. By providing exciting and accessible spaces for children and teens to socialize, play, and exercise, they are taking an important step toward fostering a healthier future for the community. If you live in or near Humble, consider visiting these facilities, which remain open to the public when school is not in session. Get outside, get active, and enjoy the wonderful opportunities that these new amenities provide!
