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DFE Research into Physical Education, School Sport and Physical Activity

6 November 2025 (by admin)

Dear Parents/Carer, 
We are pleased to inform you of an exciting opportunity for our school to participate in a research project conducted by the Department for Education (DfE) regarding the utilisation of the PE and Sports Premium. Following an interview where we shared our practices, our school has been selected as a focus school for this important research.

On Monday 17th November, researchers from Verian will be visiting our school to observe PE lessons throughout the day. They will engage with staff to discuss decision-making processes, funding allocation, and assessment practices, as well as observe lunchtime and playtime activities.

Additionally, a selection of Year 5 and Year 6 students will be interviewed. If your child is among those chosen, a separate letter and permission link will be sent to you.

Attached are the Parent Information Sheet Observations, Privacy Policy for Parents and Pupil Information Sheet Observations, which provide further details about the project. You can access by ciicking on the link below

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Miss Fuller through the school office.

Thank you for your support.

Miss Fuller