This academic review critically examines the theoretical and empirical bases of claims made
for the educational benefits of physical education and school sport (PESS). An historical …

This paper explores the scientific evidence that has been gathered on the contributions and
benefits of physical education and sport (PES) in schools for both children and for …

Sport and other forms of physical activities have traditionally held an ambiguous place within
schooling, often being pushed to the margins. At the same time, there is a consensus that …

It is widely believed that school physical education (PE) is or, at the very least, can (even
should) be a crucial vehicle for enhancing young people's engagement with physically …

Amid the long-standing debate about the nature and purposes of physical education (PE) in
schools, comparatively little research has examined the ways in which PE is viewed by …

The PESSCLS strategy for physical education and youth sport in England has received an
unprecedented level of funding from the Blair government during its term in office. In this …

This paper examines the relationship between school physical education and sports
performance. Traditional ways of thinking about this relationship (eg pyramids, foundation …

Abstract “Evaluating the relationship between physical education, sport and social
inclusion”, published in Educational Review in 2005 was concerned formally with an …

Focusing upon the recent policy context within the UK, this paper offers a review of the
evidence related to the outcomes of the participation of children and young people in …

It is common knowledge that physical activity leads to numerous health and psychological
benefits. However, the relationship between children's physical activity and academic …