Benefits
Benefits of Physical Education
- Enjoyment so children develop an interest in health and fitness and therefore have a desire to take part in sport
- Children learn the fundamental motor skills that enable them to develop the competence that creates confidence and leads to safe and successful participation in a wide range of sports
- Children learn the importance of exercising and develop positive lifelong habits
- Exercise benefits cardiovascular, respiratory and bone health
- Regular, physical activity alongside a healthy diet is the best method to tackle obesity and maintain a healthy body weight
- PE teaches children the importance of honesty, respect, good sportsmanship and fair play
- The opportunity to be creative, cooperative and competitive. These skills are vital to children’s self-esteem, social skills and help fuel children’s desire to lead a healthy and active lifestyle
- Improved concentration and therefore improved academic performance