Physical education is a vital element in a comprehensive, well-balanced curriculum and can be a major contributing factor
in the development of an individual in all aspects of life: physical, emotional, mental and social.
Through a high quality physical education experience, an individual has the opportunity to:
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understand the importance of obtaining and maintaining a high level of physical fitness
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participate in a wide variety of physical activities to foster the desire to maintain an active lifestyle
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enhance physiological and motor skill development
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develop fair play, teamwork and socially desirable behaviour
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enhance self-esteem.
This site aims to provide information and support to all parties with a vested interest in high quality physical education.
Search the About physical education section for key documents, research and reports.
Browse the Sharing practice section for case studies and initiatives with an early years, primary, secondary or local
authority perspective.
View the Resources section to find material that can support the delivery of physical education; there should be something
for everyone.
