Early learning action plan 2019-2029
New education framework from New Zealand, very holistic and very comprehensive, well worth reading.
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New WHO-led study says majority of adolescents worldwide are not sufficiently physically active, putting their current and future health at risk
WHO report, study is based on data gained from 1.6 million 11 to 17-year-old students.
Read MoreChildren become less active each year of primary school
Monitoring the levels of physical activity of more than 2,000 children from 57 primary schools across South West England, children are less active at 11 yrs than they were at aged 6.
Read MoreNews from a teacher, some wonderful examples of spontaneous work with apparatus
We had a very interesting week last week. Our favourite resources? A length of magic hose that I was given. I cut the end off and then tied it in a circle. It is soooo stretchy that it is like a bungee cord. Children have been...
Read More78% of UK children failing to meet recommended fitness levels
Fit For Sport, the UK’s leaders in engaging and educating children and young people through physical activity, have revealed that a worrying 78% of primary school pupils across the UK measured through their Healthy Active Schools System (HASS) are failing to meet the recommended fitness levels for their age group.
Read MoreWorld Health Organisation cities report and London’s City Hall early years initiative
With a growing majority of the world’s people living in urban areas, cities have a crucial role to play in ensuring the health and safety of people worldwide.
Read MoreFit and healthy childhood report
A report by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on a fit and healthy childhood.
Read MoreCMO Special Obesity Report 2019
The usual focus on food and nutrition that underplays the vital importance of physical activity in addressing weight issues.
Read MoreAccountability and Scrutiny Data Analysis
An analysis of 86 primary schools in the London borough of Croydon, seen by Schools Week, found a quarter had no evidence online for how the funding was spent last year.
Read MorePublic Health England strategy 2020-25 report
Some encouraging support for EY included on p.26
Read MoreChild in the City International Seminar
The two-day seminar takes place 21-22 November 2019 in Leeds, United Kingdom and will present the latest knowledge and insights on child poverty in western cities.
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Leaps towards learning
Daily movement, tailored to particular ages and groups of children, must be placed at the heart of the curriculum in order to support all aspects of learning, argues Sally Goddard Blythe.
Read MoreBirth Injury Justice Center
The Birth Injury Justice Center has compiled the most in-depth resources nationwide to help guide and serve all families affected by physical birth injuries.
Read MoreNew physical activity guidelines issued by UK Chief Medical Officers
The guidelines emphasise the importance of building strength and balance for adults, and include recommendations for pregnant women, new mothers and disabled people.
Read MoreSensory Awareness Workshop
With Peggy Zeitler who is a distinguished Pikler Sensory Awareness trainer, integrating study of Eastern culture, experience with Gestalt Therapy and a long association with the Pikler Institute, including founding the European Pikler Association
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