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Most Preschoolers Aren’t Getting Enough Daily Exercise, Study Finds
Only 23% of preschoolers in England and Scotland meet WHO daily activity targets; children are more active in daycare but overall levels remain insufficient, researchers say.
- On Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, a University of Bristol–led study published Nov. 24 found about 23% of preschoolers in England and Scotland met the WHO's 180 minutes daily activity recommendation.
- Researchers found children moved about 15 minutes more on daycare and preschool days, while outside care children from less deprived backgrounds were more active than those from more deprived families.
- Using accelerometer belts, the team recorded activity of 419 preschoolers in England and Scotland on school days and days at home, finding only 2.4% met at least 60 minutes per day moderate-to-vigorous activity.
- Researchers urged continued investment and research as University of Bristol professor Ruth Kipping warned low activity in early years settings may harm children's long-term health.
- The study highlights the need for coordinated strategies among policymakers, educators and families to support early childhood activity, emphasizing early years settings' role as government-funded childcare expands.
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