key characteristics & aims of school sport

Question 1

how does school sport differ to pe?

Answer 1

school sport is mostly during extra-curricular time as a choice for young people

Question 2

is school sport competitive?

Answer 2

yes

Question 3

who promoted school sport as important?

Answer 3

the government

Question 4

what are two initiatives introduced by the government to promote school sport?

Answer 4

1) school sport partnerships
2) school games

Question 5

what can schools do to extend their range of sporting opportunities?

Answer 5

use sport coaches and their specialisms to develop pupils’ talents fully

Question 6

what are the physical benefits of school sport?

Answer 6

1) increased health and fitness levels
2) increased skill levels
3) increased self-esteem

Question 7

what are the social benefits of school sport?

Answer 7

1) new friend groups can be formed/new friendships developed

Question 8

what are the cognitive benefits of school sport?

Answer 8

1) improved decision making capabilities
2) improvement in academic achievements from students becoming more motivated to attend/achieve in school