Most parents would accept 'active' uniform policy

Three-quarters of parents would support schools adopting an Always Active Uniform policy to encourage more active and healthier lifestyles for children, according to Youth Sport Trust research.

With National School Sports Week 2025 fast approaching (16–22 June), this year’s theme is ‘Always Active’, and the Youth Sport Trust is urging schools across the UK to sign up and take part in a campaign designed to get children moving throughout the day.

The concept behind the Always Active Uniform is simple: a flexible, comfortable, and durable uniform designed to encourage daily physical activity. Unlike traditional school uniforms, which can be restrictive and inhibit movement, the Always Active Uniform supports children in embedding movement throughout the day, from PE lessons to break time to active learning.

The research finds that 74% of parents who have children aged 4 to 11 would support their child’s school to have an Always Active Uniform policy. 67% of primary school teachers would support their school adopting an Always Active Uniform policy.

Sixty-three per cent of parents who have children aged 4 to 11 agree that an Always Active Uniform policy would be beneficial for their child’s education and development.

The findings highlight an opportunity to rethink traditional school policies and make daily movement a normal, accessible part of every child’s education.

The Youth Sport Trust is encouraging schools to trial this forward-thinking policy as part of National School Sports Week 2025.

National School Sport Champion and four-time Olympic Champion Sir Mo Farah said, "Helping children be active is something I’m really passionate about. Through Mo’s Mission, we’re encouraging young people to get their 60 active minutes every day, and the idea of an Always Active Uniform is a brilliant way to make that easier and more natural. A simple change like this could have a huge impact on children’s health, confidence, and happiness. I'd encourage all schools to sign-up for National School Sports Week and rethink how we can build more movement into every child’s day."