@article{ref1,
title="A process evaluation of an outreach physical activity program in an inner-city primary school",
journal="Journal of physical activity and health",
year="2011",
author="Stathi, Afroditi and Sebire, Simon J.",
volume="8",
number="Suppl 2",
pages="S239-S248",
abstract="BACKGROUND: Inner-city schools experience substantial difficulties in providing sufficient physical activity opportunities for their pupils. This study evaluated the Y-Active, an outreach physical activity and well-being program delivered in an inner-city primary school in London, UK by a third-sector partner. <br><br>METHODS: A process evaluation focusing on perceived effectiveness and implementation issues was conducted using qualitative case-study methodology. Semistructured interviews and focus groups were conducted with Year 5 and Year 6 pupils (N = 17, age range = 9 to 11 years), Y-Active sports leaders (N = 4), the school head teacher, class teachers (N = 2), and the Y-Active administrator. Transcripts were thematically analyzed and multiple informant and analyst triangulation performed. <br><br>RESULTS: The Y-Active leaders created a positive learning environment supporting autonomy, balancing discipline and structure and providing self-referenced feedback, excellence in tuition and a strong focus on fun and praise. Pupils reported improvements in self-confidence and competence, self-discipline and interpersonal relationships. School staff and Y-Active leaders highlighted that their partnership was built on trust, top-down leadership support and open lines of communication between the provider and the school. <br><br>CONCLUSIONS: Collaboration between third sector service providers and inner-city schools represents a promising means of increasing children's physical activity and well-being.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1543-3080",
doi="10.1123/jpah.8.s2.s239",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jpah.8.s2.s239"
}