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The Importance of Sport in Schools
Sport in schools is about more than just keeping kids active —it plays a crucial role in improving focus, mental health, teamwork, and academic success. Well-structured, in-school sports provision can have lasting benefits for both students and schools.
Kids spend hours in class learning about equations and grammar, but they also need time to move, play, and burn off all that energy. That’s why a good PE, school sport and physical activity (PESSPA) programme is essential for happier, healthier children.
Why should schools prioritise sports & physical activity?
- Boosts physical & mental health – Regular exercise helps reduce stress, anxiety, and childhood obesity.
- Improves focus & academic performance – Studies show that children who participate in physical activities tend to perform better in school.
- Encourages social skills & teamwork – Sports teach children how to collaborate, communicate, and work as a team.
- Builds confidence & resilience – Learning new skills and overcoming challenges in sports translates to confidence in the classroom.
- Supports discipline & leadership – Organised sports help children develop responsibility, patience, and leadership skills.
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Rick is the founder and managing director of Junior Sport Stars. He has over 20 years of sports coaching experience.
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