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There are tools to help schools adapt PE lessons for children and young people with physical difficulties.
The Activity Inclusion Model looks at how activities can be altered so that everyone can access PE. It consists of 4 approaches:
Watch the Activity Inclusion Model video to find out more.
Schools can also use the STEP approach to change an activity for pupils with a physical difficulty.
Space is where the activity is taking place. Changing this includes:
Task is the activity that is happening. It can be adapted to support or challenge different pupils.
Equipment includes the resources used. Using different equipment helps pupils with physical difficulties take part in PE.
People are those taking part. This can be adjusted so that there are different numbers of people on teams to balance a game.
Watch the STEP video to find out more.
Children and young people told us that to help them to take part in physical activities:
Source: Public Health Dorset, 2022