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05 Nov 2025
New curriculum can start new chapter for PE, school sport and play, say sector leaders
The Youth Sport Trust and Association for Physical Education (afPE) have welcomed the publication of the Curriculum and Assessment Review’s final report and the Government’s response to the recommendations, calling for today to turn the page on a new chapter for Physical Education (PE), school sport and play.
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02 Jun 2025
National Sector Partners Group urges PM to prioritise sport, recreation and physical activity in Spending Review or risk extra costs to Treasury and NHS
NSPG warns of rising NHS costs and economic impact without urgent Government investment in physical activity.
02 Jun 2025
Youth Sport Trust Announced as Founding Partners of Active Uniform Alliance and Made to Move campaign
Children are made to move, their clothing should be too.
15 May 2025
Youth Sport Trust welcomes national programme to deliver inclusive sport in schools
The Government has today announced the launch of Inclusion 2028, a programme to improve access to PE and school sport for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
08 May 2025
Youth Sport Trust Research Reveals Parents and Teachers Support an Always Active Uniform Policy
The Youth Sport Trust has today revealed the results of new research which shows three-quarters of parents would support schools adopting an Always Active Uniform policy to encourage more active and healthier lifestyles for children.
29 Apr 2025
Over £52,000 Raised: Runners Take on the TCS London Marathon 2025 for Youth Sport Trust
An inspiring weekend of athletic achievement across the ages, incredible fundraising efforts and powerful reminder of the benefits of sport and play.
24 Apr 2025
Active Lives 2023-2024: Sport, recreation and physical activity sector challenges Government to match ambition and demand
The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has issued the following response to the Active Lives Adult Survey from Sport England, published today (24 April)
15 Apr 2025
Youth Sport Trust Teams Up with kitround and David Lloyd Clubs for 2025 Kit Collection Campaign
David Lloyd Clubs’ members are encouraged to donate their sports kit throughout April to raise money for the Youth Sport Trust charity and bring pre-loved sportswear back into the game.
10 Apr 2025
Majority of MPs Support Increased and Protected Hours of PE in Schools, New Polling Reveals
Youth Sport Trust calls for the creation of a nation of active and well schools delivering high-quality, engaging PE and school sport to address physical activity in children and young people
03 Apr 2025
Government confirms funding for the School Games Organiser Network for 2025/26
Funding for the School Games Organiser Network has been extended to 31 July 2026.
03 Apr 2025
Pupil Wellbeing More Important to Parents than Ofsted Rating and Grades when Looking at Secondary Schools
Recent polling, co-funded by #BeeWell and the Youth Sport Trust, found that 66% of parents selected pupil wellbeing as an important consideration when choosing a secondary school for their children.
02 Apr 2025
Youth Sport Trust Launches National School Sports Week 2025 Powered by Sports Direct x Under Armour
Celebrating 30 years of the Youth Sport Trust and in partnership with leading sports brands, this year’s nationwide sports campaign champions an Always Active approach to school life and hosts the UK’s biggest-ever sports day.
01 Apr 2025
Olympic Heroes Deliver Lidl’s Mental Health Programme to Schools Across NI
28 NI schools secure a place on Lidl Northern Ireland’s ‘Sport for Good’ Mental Health Athlete Mentorship programme in partnership with the Youth Sport Trust