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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. The moves, exercises and activities that make up gymnastics help children to understand the way their bodies move, and how these movements can be coordinated and controlled. Gymnasts exercise body and mind.

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

The PE Hub

This blog explores how incorporating regular physical education into the primary school curriculum can significantly benefit pupils’ cognitive abilities, emotional well-being, and overall academic success. Team sports and cooperative physical activities foster essential life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and communication.

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See PE Classes Around the World

Heartzones

Physical Education Technology in Hong Kong See how Heart Zones’ wearable technology, or Smart PE, is spreading around the world with a glimpse into a primary school in China! The students at Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary are loving the new addition to their Physical Education program. ” Student Approved!

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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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Transforming primary sports education: A must-attend PESSPA webinar

Aspire-Ed

An Enlightening and Engaging Webinar We are thrilled to announce an enlightening and engaging webinar hosted by James Latham on the development of PESSPA in primary education. Together, let's create an inclusive, engaging, and health-promoting environment for today's children – the future of our world! What to expect?

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How to Encourage a Positive Sporting Environment

Sports for Schools

The real news from the past few years has been all the research confirming that taking part in sport or physical activity has a (huge) positive impact on your mental and physical health. How physical activity can stimulate positive mental health. Encouraging a positive sporting environment.

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5 Ways to Talk and Encourage a Positive Body Image for Your Child

Sports for Schools

Get physical – exercise is one of the best ways to maintain or lose weight and maintain a body shape. Encourage your child to take part in any form of physical activity, sport at school or out of school sports at clubs or leisure centres. It also boosts happiness, confidence and self-esteem.