When we think of secondary school PE, traditional sports like football, netball, and athletics often come to mind. However, there’s a growing case for incorporating calisthenics into the PE curriculum and enhancing school outdoor play provision for teenagers. But what
In this article, we unpick why outdoor play and physical activity are important in secondary schools and how to overcome the barriers stopping teenagers from joining in. Secondary school is tough. The transition from primary, puberty, increased stress, expected independence,
For all schools, having a professionally designed, inspirational play space has now become an essential part of attracting new pupils and will only continue to become more critical with increased competition for places and government funding.
Not only are boys more likely to be active than girls, comparatively they also have more positive attitudes to sports and physical activity. Why is that? Are the sporting opportunities we are currently offering girls in school outdated and due
It has never been more important to encourage children to get outdoors and play. It is estimated that young people aged between 5-16 spend around 6.5 hours in front of a screen daily. This increase in a sedentary lifestyle and
In the UK, the mental health of children and young people is a growing concern. A staggering 1 in 6 children between the ages of 5-16 are likely to have a mental health disorder. This has increased by 50% in
Children and young people with SLCN (speech, language and communication needs) experience difficulty with communication. There can be varying levels of difficulty with communication and interaction, making identifying SLCN as the primary area of need challenging for teaching staff. Supporting
We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Ben Fletcher to the Playtime by Fawns office to discuss the the benefits of exercise to children and their physical health and well-being. But who is Ben Fletcher? Ben is a double Olympian
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