Primary PE & Sport Premium Funding
Please, everyone, have a look at this.
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Latest ‘Obesity Update’ from the OECD
This gives a concise overview of obesity stats worldwide: some interesting ideas included to address the issue – particularly around the use of social media.
Read MoreDaily movement programme has positive impact on children’s learning
An interesting addition to the range of programmes available that address ‘readiness for learning’.
Read MoreBarriers and Facilitators to Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour in Children under 6
Systematic reviews are always a challenging read – but this one is definitely worth sticking with.
Read MoreSit Less – Move more
A very useful resource from NZ – a commendable holistic approach.
Read MoreNew report on Parent-Child interactions – what works?
Definitely worth reading – but no mention here of the critical importance of Physical Development.
Read More24 hr Movement Guidelines for Children and Youth and Early Years. An innovative approach
These two websites are definitely worth visiting.
Read MoreOnline Survey for the DRAFT Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines
As yet we haven’t made much headway with the CMO/EY Physical Activity guidelines.
Read MorePrime Time Physical: A movement approach to learning and development
Book review of Practical Pre-School Books by Jo Blank.
Read Moreukactive Manifesto for an Active Britain
activematters fully supports ukactive in their drive to get ‘more people more active’ – but we should always remember that positive habits towards physical activity are formed very early on – and that adults must play an effective role in encouraging young children to engage in daily active play that will support their overall development.
Read MoreEarly Years Physical Literacy Framework
Physical literacy can be described as the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding that provide children with the movement foundation for lifelong participation in physical activity.
Read MoreHey Mom and Dad, Do You Know Basic Life Support?
Every parent would do well to learn some basic life support knowledge.
Read MoreIntroduction to the Pikler approach
I would really recommend for everyone working with – or caring for – babies and young children to attend these workshops.
Read MoreTiming of the decline in physical activity in childhood and adolescence
An interesting study by John Reilly and his colleagues – and very useful for us.
Read MoreHelping Parents to Parent
This report is well worth reading : a good overview of best practice here and abroad – which approaches are most effective and give value for money, and will support the best outcomes for parents and their children.
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