The UK government has called on schools to do more to enhance opportunities in PE and sport for disabled young people.
However, the government also has a fundamental role to play here. This is pointed out in a new campaign from ParalympicsGB. In an open letter, the British Paralympic Association has asked the government to work to re-prioritise PE in the curriculum, improve teacher training on inclusive PE, and increase the numbers of disabled people entering teaching.
The campaign follows a documentary aired the day before the opening ceremony for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Equal Play, which was informed by our research. This documentary showcased the PE and sport experiences of two disabled young people: Tammy, an 11-year-old girl from Cambridge, and Marley, a 14-year-old boy from London.
