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Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

Aspire-Ed

Here we break down that impact and take a closer look at why gymnastics is an essential sport to teach in primary school. With up to 90% of peak bone mass acquired by age 18 in girls and by age 20 in boys , investing in bone health during childhood is key. The impact ranges from physical to emotional to cognitive to social.

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Memorable moments from The Active Primary Schools Conference 2022

Aspire-Ed

The Active Primary Schools Conference took place on 25 th November 2022 and was the biggest conference to date. Over 90 primary school PE teachers, senior leaders, business managers and governors booked to join us at Millennium Point, all on a mission to boost their PE, school sport and physical activity offering.

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The Vital Link Between Physical Education and Academic Performance in Primary Schools

The PE Hub

In the hustle of modern education, where academic achievements often take the spotlight, the importance of physical education (PE) can sometimes be overlooked. Social Skills Development The benefits of PE extend beyond physical and mental health; they also encompass the development of social skills.

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Get a bespoke action plan for your school’s remaining PE and sport premium

Aspire-Ed

The number of children with a probable mental health disorder has increased from one in nine in 2017 to one in six in 2021. There’s so many ways to spend the premium, but how do you know what will have the most impact on your school and pupils specifically? What is the Primary School PE Scorecard?

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Physically active learning: Sharpening young minds through movement

Aspire-Ed

What if pupils could achieve higher academic attainment while ticking off their daily movement and exercise targets? Targeted at primary school-aged children, PAL is proven to increase engagement, performance, behaviour, and cognition. Currently, most KS1 and KS2 children spend 50-70% of their school day seated.

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10 Lessons Young Athletes Taught Us This Year

Sports for Schools

It’s hard enough for our young athletes and sports people to perform to their country’s high expectations, let alone the world’s expectations, but to do so in the spotlight and yet not lose sight of the fact that the way they behave speaks far more than their physical achievements is just inspirational.

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10 Lessons Young Athletes Taught Us This Year

Sports for Schools

It’s hard enough for our young athletes and sports people to perform to their country’s high expectations, let alone the world’s expectations, but to do so in the spotlight and yet not lose sight of the fact that the way they behave speaks far more than their physical achievements is just inspirational. Look after your mental health.