The Golden Mile. Save the date 21/11/18 We know that many schools have been involved in Beat the Street and this has proved to be an effective way of getting pupils active. We are now looking at ways schools can continue to provide regular opportunities for pupils to be active using a similar approach to Beat the Streets. On the 21st November (16.00 and 17.00) we will be giving schools the opportunity to learn more about the Golden Mile Already used by several schools in Swindon this is a safe, simple and measurable health and physical activity initiative accessible to all age groups regardless of ability. Every pupil can get involved by walking, jogging or running their Golden Mile. This is all about encouraging everyone to lead a healthy and active lifestyle, not about who is the sportiest or crosses the finish line first. Golden Mile can get parents involved too from participating when dropping off or – picking up their children at school, to receiving automated emails as their child reaches milestones. Additionally, the Golden Mile is a pupil-led initiative and can empower pupils through allowing them to run the process, as a Mile Monitor’ ‘Golden they will improve leadership and communication skills as well as developing a sense of responsibility and confidence. Golden Mile is a sustainable approach to physical activity, it’s an inclusive programme encouraging the whole school community to improve health and wellbeing. Impact and evidence of the programme will support schools in achieving Healthy Schools Silver / Gold status, If you would like to register interest in attending the session, please contact . Details of the venue will be confirmed closer to the date.
The Golden Mile. Save the date 21/11/18 We know that many schools have been involved in Beat the Street and this has proved to be an effective way of getting pupils active. We are now looking at ways schools can continue to provide regular opportunities for pupils to be active using a similar approach to Beat the Streets. On the 21st November (16.00 and 17.00) we will be giving schools the opportunity to learn more about the Golden Mile Already used by several schools in Swindon this is a safe, simple and measurable health and physical activity initiative accessible to all age groups regardless of ability. Every pupil can get involved by walking, jogging or running their Golden Mile. This is all about encouraging everyone to lead a healthy and active lifestyle, not about who is the sportiest or crosses the finish line first. Golden Mile can get parents involved too – from participating when dropping off or picking up their children at school, to receiving automated emails as their child reaches milestones. Additionally, the Golden Mile is a pupil-led initiative and can empower pupils through allowing them to run the process, as a ‘Golden Mile Monitor’ they will improve leadership and communication skills as well as developing a sense of responsibility and confidence. Golden Mile is a sustainable approach to physical activity, it’s an inclusive programme encouraging the whole school community to improve health and wellbeing. Impact and evidence of the programme will support schools in achieving Healthy Schools Silver / Gold status, If you would like to register interest in attending the session, please contact . Details of the venue will be confirmed closer to the date.
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