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Abstract
Background: Inner-city schools experience substantial difficulties in providing sufficient physical activity opportunities for their pupils. This study evaluated the Y-Active, an outreach physical activity and well-being program delivered in an inner-city primary school in London, UK by a third-sector partner.
Methods: A process evaluation focusing on perceived effectiveness and implementation issues was conducted using qualitative case-study methodology. Semistructured interviews and focus groups were conducted with Year 5 and Year 6 pupils (N = 17, age range = 9 to 11 years), Y-Active sports leaders (N = 4), the school head teacher, class teachers (N = 2), and the Y-Active administrator. Transcripts were thematically analyzed and multiple informant and analyst triangulation performed.
Results: The Y-Active leaders created a positive learning environment supporting autonomy, balancing discipline and structure and providing self-referenced feedback, excellence in tuition and a strong focus on fun and praise. Pupils reported improvements in self-confidence and competence, self-discipline and interpersonal relationships. School staff and Y-Active leaders highlighted that their partnership was built on trust, top-down leadership support and open lines of communication between the provider and the school.
Conclusions: Collaboration between third sector service providers and inner-city schools represents a promising means of increasing children's physical activity and well-being.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | S239-S248 |
Journal | Journal of Physical Activity & Health |
Volume | 8 |
Issue number | Supplement 2 |
Publication status | Published - Sept 2011 |
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Qualitative Research into the impact of Y Active
Stathi, A. (PI)
1/07/09 → 28/02/10
Project: UK charity