Transition from alternative provision to mainstream school – the power of PE in fostering belonging

The Youth Sport Trust in collaboration with Leeds Beckett University are supporting a doctoral research project that aims to explore what role does/could physical education, in alternative provision, play in supporting the transition of young people back into mainstream school.

PE and School Sport Report survey - Parents 2025

New research shows the latest views and attitudes of parents on the importance of sport and play.

PE and School Sport Report survey - Teachers 2025

New research showing that teachers are concerned about children’s physical and mental health and recognise the benefits of play and sport.

Youth Sport Trust and #BeeWell Wellbeing Survey

New research shows the latest views and attitudes of parents on the importance of wellbeing for children.

PE & School Sport: The Annual Report 2025

Our latest PE and School sport report highlights the issues facing children and young people today. The scale and complexity of challenges facing children and young people continues to grow.

Active School Uniforms

Survey to understand the current views of active school uniforms amongst primary school teachers and parents

Active in Mind - Key Evaluation Findings

A report synthesising evidence from the Active in Mind programmes that have been delivered between 2017 and 2022.

Early childhood - Factsheet

Maximising the role of PE, school sport and physical activity

Research findings from five schools located in areas of high deprivation about the challenges and barriers young people face, and recommendations for how good PE, school sport and physical activity practice and provision can be achieved.

Girls Active National Reports

These reports summarise responses to the Girls Active Survey that pupils aged from 7 to 18 completed between October 2023 and June 2024.

National Insight Report 2024

A national insight report synthesising insight from 161 school visits across the UK. These focused on young people challenges, school priorities and the role of PE, school sport and physical activity.

Inclusion 2024 – Year 3 Evaluation

Inclusion 2024 aims to increase the quality of physical education and school sport for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and the quantity of accessible opportunities available.