There is always lots happening at KIDDO and we are always amazed at the great improvements we are seeing at our participating schools, ECEC centres and sporting clubs.
The researchers found that a significant portion of Australian children are not meeting the recommended guidelines of 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) during the school day. Nearly half of all children Year 3-6 did not meet the MVPA recommendations, and over 30% of children in Kindergarten - Year 2 did not meet the MVPA recommendations.
The inaugural KIDDO Primary School Conference is an opportunity hear from UWA experts about the latest research in fundamental movement skill development and assessment, increasing children's confidence to be active and physical literacy for all children.
The researchers found that a significant association was reported between educators’ sedentary behaviour and children's sedentary behaviour Educators spent 61% of their work day in sedentary behaviour. Surprisingly no significant associations were reported between educators’ physical activity and children's physical activity.
In a strange year like 2020 has been, its is important to stop and reflect on all that has been achieved! 2020 has been a big year for KIDDO as we made our program accessible to people all over the world.
The KIDDO school holiday program is coming back in January from the 25 - 29 January! Get the kids ready for the 2021 school year with a boost in their physical literacy during a fun morning of KIDDO games and skills.
KIDDO is excited to release our inaugural Fundamental Movement Skill report, which will be released annually to provide a spotlight on childrens development aro
KIDDO is proud to be an endorsed partner of the new Sporting Schools Plus funding program for eligible* Australian Primary Schools. Schools can apply for up to $12,500 to implement aspects of the Physical Literacy Guide for Schools.
