Active School Resource Pack for Primary Schools

An active school is one which is committed to promoting physical activity to all members of the school community both inside and outside the school through the provision of a range relevant opportunities in an appropriate environment.

The new Active School Pack will help you to establish physical activity at the heart of schools through providing case study examples and practical tips in those areas which are most relevant to schools with clear, easily achievable steps.

The new resource includes 9 strands alone sections taking the user through the school day. These are:

• Essential guide for policy and planning;
• Active travel to and from school;
• PE and physical activity across the curriculum;
• Active break times and lunchtimes;
• Out of school hours activities;
• Promoting activity beyond the school day;
• Involving partners / carers;
• Sport days and other activity events; and
• Engaging all pupils.

In addition there are 100 activity cards with simple practical ideas to improve physical activity levels across the school day as well as information on the many available resources, training, initiatives and contacts that can help schools develop their physical activity provision. Also included is a colourful A1 poster with some simple activities to do as part of a 10 minute activity break in the classroom.

To order your FREE copy of the Active School Pack, please contact the BHF Orderline on: 0870 6006566 and quote reference number G70.