SATPE recognises the importance of primary Physical Education in setting the foundations for a pupil’s physical literacy journey, providing pupils with the fundamental skills, confidence and positive attitudes required for participation in sport and physical activity for life.

In 2011, the Scottish Government committed to 2 hours of PE for all primary pupils.  However this is not being met consistently across schools. Accounts from primary colleagues have informed us of some of the challenges they face in delivering high quality PE and meeting this requirement.

Our Make Time for PE Campaign will highlight the positive impacts that PE has on Wellbeing, Attainment and Sport & Physical Activity, and calls for a national approach to support all teachers to feel confident, informed, and empowered to teach high-quality PE.