Physical literacy is a comprehensive concept that integrates physical, cognitive, and emotional elements to foster lifelong engagement in physical activities. It goes beyond just physical competence, encompassing the motivation, confidence, and understanding necessary to value and take responsibility for maintaining an active lifestyle.

Understanding Physical Literacy

1. Multifaceted Domains: Physical literacy includes affective (motivation and confidence), physical (competence), cognitive (knowledge and understanding), and behavioural (lifelong engagement) aspects.  

2. Whole-Person Development: It involves the integration of physical, psychosocial, and cognitive processes, beneficial for the healthy development of individuals. 

3. Impact Beyond Physical Well-being: Physical literacy shapes academic and social success. Physically literate individuals tend to excel academically, lead healthy-active lifestyles, and are more socially and psychologically resilient. 

4. Effective Communication and Adaptability: Physically literate people can effectively communicate within various contexts and transfer movement skills across different settings.

How FUNDA and FUNDA ZONE Support Physical Literacy

1. Comprehensive Curriculum and Activities: FUNDA's curriculum and activities are designed to improve not just physical competence, but also to boost motivation and confidence through diverse, engaging physical activities suitable for various skill levels. 

2. Tracking and Monitoring Tools: FUNDA provides tools to track students’ physical activity levels and lifestyle, both in school and at home. These tools help educators understand what engages and motivates students during physical education, allowing for tailored curriculum planning and inclusive activities. 

3. Levelling the Playing Field: FUNDA's approach ensures that all students, not just the sporty ones, are engaged in physical education, thereby promoting inclusivity. 

4. Professional Development for Educators: FUNDA equips teachers with the knowledge and skills to deliver physical education that fosters all aspects of physical literacy. This includes creating lessons that are inclusive, engaging, and supportive of long-term engagement in physical activities. 

5. Cognitive and Psychosocial Development: Alongside physical skills, FUNDA’s programs also focus on cognitive and psychosocial development, crucial for students' overall growth and preparedness for academic, social, and personal success.

Physical Literacy For Life

FUNDA and the FUNDA ZONE’s approach to physical education and child development aligns closely with the concept of physical literacy. By addressing its multifaceted nature, they ensure that students are not only physically active but also develop the skills, motivation, confidence, and understanding to maintain an active lifestyle throughout their lives. This holistic approach is crucial in fostering students overall development and success - turning Physical Education into the ultimate subject - unlocking every students full potential.

Crafted with expertise, the FUNDA Active Method™ revolutionises Physical Education and well-being programmes and supports Physical Literacy.

This robust framework empowers schools to excel, offering every child a tailored educational experience that fosters physical, emotional, and social growth.

Confidently delivered by teachers, our method enriches core PE with holistic practices, blending emotional literacy and active play into traditional sports curriculum. By integrating fundamental motor skills and athletic development, the FUNDA Active Method™ not only aligns with, but enhances, national standards.

Adopting our approach guarantees a lasting, positive influence on the entire school community, fulfilling Early Years and Ofsted criteria with a forward-thinking vision.