Belfast primary school pupils more energised thanks to active travel

A Belfast school principal said he has noticed pupils have more energy and are becoming more energised throughout the day when they have walked to school.

After joining the Active School Travel programme in September 2022, the number of pupils engaging in active travel at the primary school has increased from 53% to 64%. “Walking to school is a fun and interactive way for children to get moving more and incorporate physical activity into their daily routine. Being physically active helps to build strong bones, muscles and a healthy heart and supports the development of social skills, and encourages a sense of wellbeing.

"We now organise walking buses every half term where our teachers travel to various locations and walk to school with our pupils. The uptake has been excellent and enables our pupils and staff to get some exercise and connect with each other.” "Not only are pupils and their families enjoying the delights of an active school commute, but they’re also saving money, reducing congestion, improving the environment around their schools, and building healthy habits at a young age.”

Source: Education Headlines (educationheadlines.net)

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