Joy of Moving

The Joy of Moving programme is delivered to hundreds of schoolchildren across Devon, thanks to a partnership between Exeter CITY Community Trust, the EFL Trust and Ferrero UK.

The programme is designed to help children develop their physical, cognitive and social skills in a fun and educational way. This is done through two national projects, the Move & Learn programme and the Joy of Moving Festivals.

According to research only 30% of boys and 25% of girls aged five to seven meet the recommended quota of exercise each day. Such inactivity levels are leading to a variety of issues affecting both physical and mental health.

Move and Learn

The Move and Learn Programme is a national school-based educational programme for children aged between nine and 10 that has been developed by the EFL Trust and Ferrero.

By combining six weeks of practical sporting sessions with classroom sessions, the programme encourages physical activity, promotes nutritional education and builds awareness of the importance of a balanced diet and active lifestyle.

Joy of Moving festivals

Our Joy of Moving festivals compliment the Move and Learn Programme. Taking place predominantly in the summer term, the Joy of Moving festivals involve the whole school, from reception through to year six, and even the teachers.

The festivals help develop each child in five major areas: physical fitness, motor (bodily) coordination, cognitive functions, creativity (mental reasoning), and life skills.