Physical education in primary School

In the 21st century, Physical Education (PE) is undergoing significant changes. Beyond developing physical and motor skills, teachers are increasingly expected to focus on health-related issues, such as promoting physical activity. While international bodies recommend that regular PE lessons be taught by specialist teachers at both primary and secondary school levels, this is not the case in every country—particularly for younger children. Classroom teachers are not always adequately prepared to teach PE, as they often lack the necessary expertise and may sometimes feel uncomfortable with the subject. Education stakeholders should recognize the importance of providing both initial and ongoing training for those teachers responsible for delivering PE lessons to young children. This is crucial, as early childhood is a formative period, and what children learn during this time can have a lasting impact on their future development. High-quality PE teacher education should be considered a priority, as it demands comprehensive and well-structured training.