A new study from the University of Cambridge suggests that school uniform policies could be restricting physical activity among young people, especially primary school-aged girls. The research, published in the Journal of Sport and Health Science, used data from over a million 5-17-year-olds internationally. The study found that in countries where most schools require uniforms, fewer young people meet the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity per day. Specifically for girls, the difference in activity levels between primary school-aged boys and girls was wider in countries where uniforms were mandatory. While the study does not prove causation, it raises concerns about the potential impact of school attire on students’ physical activity.
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School uniform policies linked to students getting less exercise
