SHAPE Active Schools
Creating School Environments Where Every Child Can Move More, Every Day
Being active plays an important role in supporting children's physical health, wellbeing, learning and development. Through SHAPE Active Schools, we help schools create environments and opportunities that encourage pupils to be active throughout the school day and beyond. Our support focuses on building a positive culture where movement is valued, accessible and enjoyable for every child.
What We Offer
- Active 30:30 Support
- Active Play & Playground Development
- Active Learning Strategies
- Lunchtime Activity Support
- Pupil Activity Leaders
- Whole-School Physical Activity Development
The Impact
Our support helps schools to:
- Increase daily physical activity levels
- Improve engagement, concentration and learning
- Create more active playtimes and lunchtimes
- Develop pupil leadership opportunities
- Promote healthier and more active lifestyles
Think • Feel • Connect • Move • Compete

Our Active Schools support helps pupils to:
- Think more clearly by embedding movement throughout the school day
- Feel energised, focused and ready to learn
- Connect with others through active play and shared experiences
- Move more often through active lessons, playtimes and daily opportunities
- Compete by taking part in challenges and personal improvement activities
Creating healthier, happier and more active school communities.
Interested in finding out more?
Contact the SHAPE team to discuss how SHAPE Active Schools can support your school.