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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. Engaging in PE helps improve concentration, memory, and classroom behaviour.

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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 post See PE Classes Around the World first appeared on Heart Zones.

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Encouraging greater sport participation

Learning Through Sport

There is substantial evidence of many psychological, physical, and social health benefits of participation in sport across the lifespan, including that participation in sport is associated with improved psychological and social health benefits above other forms of leisure time physical activity for children and adolescents.

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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. And so, if there was ever a time to make sure you’re making the most of your PE and sport premium, it’s now. Get bespoke recommendations by completing the Primary School PE Scorecard.

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How do you know if you’re spending your PE and sport premium effectively?

Aspire-Ed

You have until 31 st July to publish the details of your PE and sport premium spend on your school’s website. The profile of PE and sport is raised across the school as a tool for whole-school improvement. Increased confidence, knowledge and skills of all staff in teaching PE and sport.

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