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Using PE to teach vital skills

PE and sport
Government cuts and an obsession with competitive sport is not helpful as schools try to create a true Olympic legacy. Ben Solly looks at how we can engage every pupil in PE and teach wider skills at the same time.

Physical education has always been heralded for its merits in developing teamwork, leadership and communication skills in young people. The Olympics this summer saw the world marvel at the outstanding performances of British athletes, the dedication of the incredible volunteers, and the unity created throughout the country. 

From spectators and athletes to Lord Coe and the prime minister, we heard the term “legacy” used frequently, from the moment London won the bid to the closing ceremony and ever since. 

Figures were published recently, outlining the success of the financial side of the Games, and there are several economic measurements that will be analysed to judge whether the legacy of the Olympics will impact positively on our economy. 

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