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Kaikorai Primary School's Health and PE programmes received generally positive feedback. Parents and stakeholders highly value the school's commitment to providing a diverse range of experiences in both areas.

Health Topics:

• Body Image and Self-Esteem: 25 responses rated it as "Extremely important," indicating strong support.

• Road Safety and Firewise: Rated as "Extremely important" by 22 respondents each.

• Mental Health Strategies (Zones of Regulation) and Sunsmart: Also popular, with many "Extremely important" and "Very important" ratings.

• Keeping Ourselves Safe (Police Programme) and Digital Safety: High priority, each receiving around 20 "Extremely important" ratings.

• Some concerns were raised about the delivery of certain topics, particularly those related to body image and healthy eating, to ensure sensitivity and practicality. 

PE programmes:

• A wide range of PE activities were valued.

• There was a strong emphasis on the importance of daily physical activity.

• Some suggestions were made for increasing opportunities for after-school sports and community engagement.

• Key Activities: "Swimming lessons," "Athletics," and "Cross-country training" are widely considered critical, with a high percentage of "Extremely important" ratings.

• Moderately Rated: Activities such as "Introduction to Golf" and "Dance" received mixed ratings, leaning towards "Somewhat important" or "Important."

• Emerging Interests: Cultural games and bringing in community experts are seen as valuable additions, but their perceived importance varies.

EOTC Experiences:

• All EOTC experiences were considered valuable.

• There was a desire for more opportunities to connect with the local community and environment.

• Beach Education and Water Safety: Most valued, with 26 "Extremely important" ratings.

• Year 6 Camp: Received 21 "Extremely important" ratings, highlighting its importance.

• Performance Trips (e.g., Polyfest, Ukulele Jam) and Environmental Care (Kaikorai Stream): Also prioritised, each with 17-20 responses marking them as "Extremely important."

• Rock Climbing, Ski Trip, and Interacting Safely with Animals: Varied ratings, with a balance across "Extremely important," "Somewhat important," and "Very important."

• Many thought an overnight experience was not necessary for Year 3-4 students.

Next steps 

• Use our external expert networks (Physical Education School Staff and community) to help ensure a cohesive approach to PE, Health and PE to ensure PE is well planned and nothing is left to chance.

• Write a statement of Health, PE and EOTC at Kaikorai School.

• Focus on shifting the delivery of PE at Kaikorai School and providing opportunities for daily movement, fitness, and PE instruction.