Children at Hobbs Hill Wood Primary School are being made to wear shorts for PE even now in Winter when the weather is cold.  The kids have been told that they have to wear shorts outside for PE unless Wintry conditions. (Wintry conditions are likely to exist if the temperature falls below 4°C or there are/have been icy conditions.)

We are looking for your support for the children to be allowed to choose whether they would prefer to wear joggers  - as per the Government guidelines, "enjoyment of sport is enhanced where pupils feel comfortable about their PE clothing"

Physical education:

12.       School uniform often includes clothing required for Physical Education (PE). A school should adopt a sensitive, flexible approach to this issue bearing in mind the needs of different pupils and the equality, discrimination and human rights issues outlined below in this guidance. There is some evidence to suggest that participation and enjoyment of sport is enhanced where pupils feel comfortable about their PE clothing, particularly girls. A school should choose a PE uniform which is practical, comfortable and appropriate to the activity involved. A school should also consider the cost of clothing for PE, particularly where specialised equipment is necessary.

Source: https://dera.ioe.ac.uk/7044/4/uniform%20guidance%20-%20final2.doc