Being a play champion
Information for school staff on the importance of play, and tips on how to be a play champion in your school.
The benefits of playtime for children have been widely reported. Playtime improves students’ physical, mental, and emotional health and enhances their learning opportunities.
This simple guidance for school staff and senior leaders from Play Wales shares suggestions for being a play advocate in schools.
Using this resource
This resource is designed for:
- use by school staff
Curriculum links
| Wales - Health and Wellbeing | Statement 1 - Learners will be encouraged to develop the confidence, motivation, physical competence, knowledge and understanding that can help them lead healthy and active lifestyles which promote good physical health and well-being. |
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