Thousands more young people will get the chance to take part in activities beyond the classroom, thanks to a £22.5 million government investment in more than 400 schools in disadvantaged communities. The funding builds on the government’s recently published Enrichment …
Physical education (PE) and school sport play a huge role in supporting the healthy development of children and young people – improving their physical and mental health, supporting confidence and resilience, and building social skills. But evidence shows less than half of young people get the 60 minutes of …
The World Cup kicked off in Qatar this week, with 32 of the world’s premier footballing nations – including England and Wales – taking part in the competition. Football is the world’s most popular sport, but you don’t have to …
Reports have suggested the government has ‘refused’ to commit to ensuring girls’ equal access to football in PE lessons, despite the Lionesses’ victory in the Women’s EURO 2022. These claims are untrue. The National Curriculum for PE in schools does …
Being active can have a hugely positive impact on both our physical and mental health. That’s why we have announced crucial funding to help children take up and benefit from new sports and activities. Here’s everything you need to know …
There has recently been discussion regarding physical education (PE) in schools. The discussions include former rugby player Jason Robinson calling for PE to be a core part of the school curriculum and saying PE is now more important than ever. …
Today’s Education in the media blog looks at misleading claims departmental guidance for schools has been updated more than it has and incorrect suggestions that a celebrity fitness expert is due to lead a review of the PE curriculum. Guidance …
Today the blog looks at a new report on School Resource Management Advisers (SRMAs), as well as funding to facilitate increased physical activity and media coverage of modern foreign languages.
Today’s blog looks at the issue of ‘fake news’, with the Education Secretary warning of the dangers it poses ahead a Social Media Summit he attended today. The blog also features the School Sport and Activity Action Plan which was …
Today’s Education in the Media blog looks at sport in schools in the wake of the Lionesses World Cup campaign as well as the childcare support provided by the Government to parents.