Source · Select Committees · Culture, Media and Sport Committee
Recommendation 30
30
Accepted
Evidence shows that a narrow, traditional PE curriculum often alienates pupils who feel less confident...
Recommendation
Evidence shows that a narrow, traditional PE curriculum often alienates pupils who feel less confident or “sporty”, particularly girls and children with SEND. Broadening the offer to include non‑traditional sports, dance and outdoor activities helps make PE more enjoyable and accessible, supporting physical literacy and long‑term engagement. (Conclusion, Paragraph 92)
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The government agrees PE should support enjoyment for all pupils and has accepted recommendations to strengthen and broaden the PE curriculum across all key stages to be more inclusive, while retaining competition.
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Government Response
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HM Government · verbatim extract
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The Government agrees that PE should support enjoyment, participation and progression for all pupils. The Curriculum and Assessment Review recognised that the PE curriculum in England places a distinctive emphasis on competitive sport and concluded that competition remains an appropriate and important part of PE. At the same time, it recommended strengthening the curriculum so that it has a clearer purpose for all pupils and better supports inclusion, physical activity and progression. The Government has accepted these recommendations and is strengthening the PE curriculum across all key stages so that it is broader, clearer and more inclusive, while retaining competition as a key aspect of high-quality PE.
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