The PE Hub

DECEMBER 5, 2023

However, a growing body of research is shedding light on a crucial connection: the link between physical education and academic performance. The Cognitive Connection Physical activity isn’t just about keeping fit; it’s a catalyst for cognitive development.

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Aspire-Ed

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Not only is physically active learning proven to facilitate learning, it also boosts physical activity and reduces sedentary time. 3 million children and young people now do less than an average of 30 minutes of physical activity a day. Physically active learning is one way of doing just that.

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Aspire-Ed

MAY 1, 2024

With physically active learning (PAL), they can. Boosting results with physically active learning Physically active learning challenges traditional, desk-based teaching methods by injecting movement into lessons. Currently, most KS1 and KS2 children spend 50-70% of their school day seated.

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The PE Hub

MARCH 29, 2023

The Primary PE and Sport Premium is a government initiative that aims to improve the quality of physical education (PE) and sport in primary schools in England. The initiative was introduced in 2013, and since then, schools have received significant additional funding to help them enhance their PE and sports provision.

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The PE Hub

MAY 1, 2024

Educating children about the importance of physical activity and encouraging participation is absolutely crucial, as it helps to develop healthy habits that can be kept throughout a lifetime. Physical activity stimulates the production of endorphins, acting as natural painkillers and mood elevators.

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Aspire-Ed

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

We’re proud to be supporting The Wilson Stuart School Fund, our charity partner for this year’s conference. The Wilson Stuart School Fund raises money to support Wilson Stuart School , a special school for students aged 2-19 years. What is The Active Primary Schools Conference?

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Learning Through Sport

AUGUST 8, 2022

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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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Francis’s School (STFS) in Western Australia, the Physical Education (PE) program plays a crucial role in helping students rediscover their love for movement and physical activity. With small class sizes and a personalized approach, the school offers a unique environment for both students and educators.

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Aspire-Ed

MAY 23, 2022

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? Get bespoke recommendations by completing the Primary School PE Scorecard. What is the Primary School PE Scorecard? Increased participation in competitive sport.

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Aspire-Ed

APRIL 26, 2022

This week on the podcast we welcome two of the team from Wodensfield Primary School, Deputy Headteacher Liam Gould and PE Lead Teresa Shackleton. Liam is Deputy Headteacher of Wodensfield Primary School. Teresa is a Year 5 teacher and PE Lead at Wodensfield Primary School. Who is Liam Gould?

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Aspire-Ed

MAY 31, 2022

Series 3 has seen us welcome a whole host of experts from the field of primary education: Episode 1 : “We don’t move for functional reasons, we move for the joy of it” with Greg Dryer, co-founder and CEO of miMove. Episode 3 : “Let's make learning irresistible” with Bryn Llewellyn, founder of Tagtiv8.

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Aspire-Ed

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

How can you effectively evidence the use of your school’s PE and sport premium? Jim Morris, National Development Manager at the Youth Sport Trust, will be discussing this and more in his workshop at The Active Primary Schools Conference. What is The Active Primary Schools Conference?

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The PE Hub

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

TES’s article exploring the issues around introducing more PE into primary schools raises some pertinent points. It is essential that teachers, pupils and parents understand the difference between PE, school sport and physical activity; these should not be thought of as one and the same.

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Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

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.

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Aspire-Ed

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Over the years, Michael has gained vast experience delivering dynamic activities to people of all ages and abilities, and providing schools with solutions which ensure that teaching and learning are fully inclusive, with children receiving an enriching experience throughout their school life. Where can you get a ticket?

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Aspire-Ed

APRIL 5, 2022

This week on the podcast we’re joined by primary school PE lead John Haycock. John has been a teacher at Chilcote primary school for 11 years, both as PE and class teacher. Joining the school with a view to take over PE, John completed his NQT and became PE lead in his second year. Who is John Haycock?

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Aspire-Ed

APRIL 25, 2022

You have until 31 st July to publish the details of your PE and sport premium spend on your school’s website. Misuse can result in a school having to repay the premium and future payments being withheld. First, a reminder of the DfE’s indicators of effective usage: Engagement of all pupils in regular physical activity.

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Aspire-Ed

AUGUST 3, 2023

PE, school sports, and physical activity enhance physical and mental well-being and teach valuable life skills. However, children come from different backgrounds and possess varying behavioural challenges, which can pose a challenge for coaches in primary schools.

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Aspire-Ed

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Unlock the vast potential of primary sports education with our upcoming free webinar. Dive into the world of Physical Education, School Sports, and Physical Activity (PESSPA) in primary settings and discover how it can make an invaluable impact on children's lives. What to expect?

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Aspire-Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

You’ll also receive a huge range of extras, including downloadable session plans, digital assemblies, and the chance to win a school visit from an Olympian or Paralympian! BRING OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC VALUES TO LIFE We kicked off our ‘Road 2' workshops in 2012, bringing the buzz of the London Games to schools across the UK.

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Aspire-Ed

MAY 18, 2023

According to Sport England, physically literate children are more likely to be active for the long term – but more than half of children aged five to 15 in England aren’t doing the recommended daily amount of exercise. For many pupils, school provides the mainstay of their physical activity.

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Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Figures like 40% to 60% of elementary school girls (age 6 to 12) are concerned about being too fat , or worry about gaining weight, are red flag signals. 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.

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Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Figures like 40% to 60% of elementary school girls (age 6 to 12) are concerned about being too fat , or worry about gaining weight, are red flag signals. 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.

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Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

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. But in many schools across the UK it is being squeezed out for that last minute revision or other remedial academic study.

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Learning Through Sport

MARCH 8, 2024

I am currently working on a few mental health education initiatives arsing from the Big Talks for Little People program for primary schools (see here ). Sport appears to be associated with improved psychosocial health above and beyond improvements attributable to participation in physical activity.

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