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St Josephs Primary School, Slate Street, Belfast
Tuesday 9th December - Year 1 Nativity 10am/ Year 2 Nativity 1pm | Thursday 11th December 2025 - Year 3 Nativity 10am/ Year 4 Nativity 1pm | Afterschool clubs end on Friday 5th December | Friday 5th December - clubs end for the term | School office closed daily from 1pm -1.30pm
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Gymnastics is crucial for development 🤸‍♂️

4th Apr 2025
🤸‍♀️🤸‍♂️Gymnastics is taught in our school as it plays a crucial role in a child’s physical, mental, and social development. It is not just about learning flips and tumbles; it enhances coordination, strength, flexibility, and discipline, all of which contribute to overall growth.
 
Benefits in School Learning:
 
1. Enhances Focus & Concentration – Gymnastics requires attention to detail and precise movements, helping children develop better focus and cognitive skills, which can transfer to subjects like math and science.
 
2. Improves Physical Fitness – Regular physical activity boosts brain function, leading to better memory retention and problem-solving abilities.
 
3. Develops Discipline & Resilience – Learning gymnastics involves perseverance and overcoming challenges, teaching children not to give up when faced with difficulties in academics.
 
4. Boosts Confidence & Self-Esteem – Successfully mastering new skills builds self-assurance, which can help students participate more actively in class.
 
5. Encourages Teamwork & Social Skills – Group activities in gymnastics promote cooperation, communication, and respect, which are essential in classroom interactions.
 
Benefits Outside of School:
 
1. Promotes Physical Health & Well-Being – Encourages a healthy lifestyle by improving flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination.
 
2. Teaches Risk Management & Safety Awareness – Children learn how to fall safely, assess risks, and make calculated movements, which helps in daily life.
 
3. Builds Emotional Resilience – Facing challenges, learning from mistakes, and achieving new skills foster emotional strength and the ability to handle setbacks.
 
4. Encourages Social Interaction – Participating in gymnastics can help children make friends, develop teamwork skills, and improve communication.
 
5. Develops Lifelong Healthy Habits – Establishes a foundation for an active lifestyle, reducing the risk of obesity and associated health issues later in life.
 
In summary, gymnastics is an excellent way to support a child’s academic success, physical health, and emotional well-being. It lays the foundation for discipline, perseverance, and confidence—skills that benefit them both in and out of the classroom.