The children enjoyed their PE sessions at the Sports Hall at the College. They took part in obstacle courses and the children were encouraged to experiment and try out different movements such as balancing, throwing, running, skipping and jumping. the children will be taking part in PE sessions every wednesday morning and Thursday Afternoon so please bring your child in suitable comfy clothing and pumps.
Why is physical activity important in young children?
Physical activity is vital for a child’s development and lays the foundation for a healthy and active life. Physical activity needs to be made up of both spontaneous and intentionally planned active play that can be done indoors or outdoors. The benefits of being active for young children include:
promoting healthy growth and development
- helping to achieve and maintain a healthy weight
- building strong bones and muscles
- improving balance, coordination and strength
- maintaining and developing flexibility
- improving posture
- assisting with the development of gross motor and fine motor skills
- helping to establish connections between different parts of the brain
- improving concentration and thinking skills
- improving confidence and self-esteem
- providing opportunities to develop social skills and make friends
- improving sleep.
