The importance of developing a whole school movement culture

Griggs, Gerald and Randall, Vicky (2025) The importance of developing a whole school movement culture. In: Contemporary Issues in Primary Physical Education. Routledge, London, pp. 87-102. ISBN 9781003473817 (In Press)

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Abstract

This chapter explores the vital role of movement in childhood advocating for a whole-school approach to embed movement into daily life beyond a traditional Physical Education curriculum. Movement is shown to enrich cognitive, social, and physical well-being and is essential for fostering a child’s sense of coherence. Critique is placed on the narrow focus that is given to movement through physical activity that is framed solely as a preventive health measure rather than promotion of a salutogenic model that emphasises meaningful and purposeful movement. Examples are drawn upon including embodied learning and using movement as a metaphor to highlight how integrated movement can deepen learning, foster emotional understanding, and build social connections. Through diverse, inclusive opportunities to move, schools can help children experience the holistic benefits of movement, shaping lifelong habitual movement.

Item Type:	Book Section
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure > GV557 Sports L Education > L Education (General) L Education > LB Theory and practice of education L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1501 Primary Education
Divisions:	Schools and Research Institutes > School of Education, Health and Sciences
Depositing User:	Charlotte Crutchlow
Date Deposited:	01 May 2025 10:09
Last Modified:	01 Feb 2026 10:15
URI:	https://eprints.glos.ac.uk/id/eprint/14993

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