Active Tots (Professional)

Information for Childcare Professionals including local events/courses, our Conference and Healthy Tots accreditation.

It is so important that children under the age of 5 are staying active on a daily basis. The national recommendation by the Chief Medical Officer states that:

  • Children aged 12 months and under should be doing a minimum of 30 minutes physical activity per day
  • Children aged 1-5 should be doing a minimum of 180 minutes of physical activity per day.

This will help with their physical, mental and social development.

Physical development is critical during the first five years of life. It is well documented that higher levels of physical activity in childhood can lead to continued participation in later life. It is important to establish high levels of physical activity as early as possible to encourage children to stay active enough to benefit their health and to support continued interest and participation throughout adult life.

Across Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland we are committed to driving the Early Years Physical Activity agenda forward. We work closely with a range of partners to provide local support around this agenda.

This section provides information, support and guidance for childcare professionals with; local high quality training opportunities, the Early Years Conference, Newsletter, Healthy Tots accreditation, and resources on physical activity.


Download the Early Years Physical Activity Workshops 2022/23 booklet

Courses & Workshops - Early Years Physical Activity

For more information and support, please contact:

Lucy Baginskis

Lucy Baginskis

Sports Development Officer

Active Together

I am working flexibly in the office or at home, therefore please contact me via email or phone number provided.

My areas of responsibility are:

- Steady Steps (Falls Prevention)
- Active Tots (Professional) / Active Tots
- Oadby & Wigston Link Officer

Telephone
01509 467472
Mobile
07721764515