Delivery and achievements from the three-year programme

This programme has seen a significant positive shift in the increase in quality and quantity of physical education and school sport opportunities for children with SEND. Some of the highlights of these three years include:

• Inclusion 2024 has delivered 2,800 activities involving 55,000 interactions with pupils, school staff and other participants.
• The programme has worked with a range of over 5,000 schools (exceeding the KPI of 700 schools each year), with engagement particularly high amongst special schools, secondary schools, urban schools, and schools with higher than average rates of pupils:
  • eligible for free school meals
  • with an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP)
  • who are on SEN support.
  • who have English as an additional language.
• Pupil access to physical activity also increased post-Lead Inclusion School contact. In partner schools:
  • 47% of pupils now achieve 20 active minutes/day (compared to 39% pre-contact).
  • 42% of pupils now achieve 30 active minutes/day (compared to 33% pre-contact).
  • 33% of pupils now achieve 60 active minutes/day (compared to 22% pre-contact).
• As a result of taking part in the programme, partner schools have reported:
  • More opportunities for pupils with SEND in PE and extra-curricular activities
  • Improved social interaction between pupils creating new friendships
  • Increased confidence and knowledge of staff
  • Greater access to opportunities for CPD and networking
  • Positive relationship development in a collaborative environment which supports the sharing of ideas and best practices among staff and schools.

You can find out the about of the programme by reading the full report here.

To find out who your Lead Inclusion School is or for any Inclusion enquiries, please contact [email protected]

Impacts of the inclusive sports programme on pupils