§ Mr. SweeneyTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what priority she attaches to competitive sport in schools; and if she will make a statement. [38219]
§ Mr. SproatCompetitive sport in schools is extremely important. It teaches valuable lessons which last for life. Last July, we published "Sport: Raising the Game" which aims to promote sport, especially competitive sport, in schools and beyond. The revised physical education curriculum, introduced last August, places greater emphasis on team games. From this summer, in all standard inspections, Office for Standards in Education inspectors will report on games, including competitive team games, which are offered as part of the physical education curriculum. The inspectors will also report on extra-curricular sporting activity.