Physically active learning is a teaching approach that incorporates movement and physical activity into the learning process. It has been shown to have numerous benefits for both physical activity levels and academic performance in primary school students.
Here are five reasons why schools might want to consider implementing physically active learning:
- Improves academic performance. Studies have shown that physically active learning can lead to improved academic performance, particularly in subjects such as math and reading. This is because movement and exercise have been linked to increased cognitive function and memory retention.
- Increases physical activity levels. Physically active learning can help children meet the recommended daily amount of physical activity, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy weight, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, and improving mental health.
- Enhances social and emotional development. Physical activity can improve social and emotional development by fostering teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. These skills are essential for success in both academic and personal life.
- Improves behaviour and attention. Research has shown that incorporating movement and physical activity into the learning process can improve student behaviour and attention in the classroom. This is because physical activity can help reduce restlessness and improve focus.
- Provides a fun and engaging learning experience. Physically active learning can help break up the monotony of traditional classroom learning and increase student motivation and interest in the subject matter.
Maths and English on the Move promote physically active learning
Using physically active learning, Maths and English on the Move enhance children’s confidence and attainment in English and Maths.Developed by teachers for teachers, these unique and innovative programmes are aligned with the national curriculum for KS1 & KS2.
The programmes are suitable for all abilities, the programme can be tailored to suit pupils’ individual requirements.
A sustainable and effective use of your School Sports Premium funding
Maths and English on the Move are a sustainable and effective use of your School Sport Premium funding and are now offered by Time4Sport. By embedding physical activity into the school day, the programme raises the profile of PE and sport across the school as a tool for whole-school improvement. In addition, the programmes can also be funded by your Maths and English budget.
Each session is delivered by our experienced educators and included additional learning materials that pupils can take away with them. An online portal and regular pupil reports enable progress to be continually tracked and monitored, essential for justifying spend to Ofsted.
How Maths and English on the Move works
- We can cater for 10 children in KS1 and 16 children for KS2 during each session
- During the 12-week programme, each session will run for 45-60 minutes
- Select your bespoke work booklets to meet the needs and current attainment of your pupils
- Each session covers a different topic and at the start of each session pupils complete 5 questions
- Next, pupils implement the methodology into physical activities, applying the learning to real life situations with the support of the educator
- To finish, pupils complete a further 5 questions
- See the pupils’ improvements!
How can your school use Maths and English on the Move?
- SATS booster
- Group interventions
- Gifted and Talented sessions
- Curriculum enrichment
- Targeted support for SEND and low achievers
Improving levels of physical activity and academic attainment
Physically active learning is an effective teaching approach that can benefit both physical activity levels and academic performance in primary school students. By incorporating movement and physical activity into the learning process, schools can help students become healthier, happier, and more successful learners.
Contact us today to arrange a meeting to see how physically active learning can benefit your school.