8 Week Primitive and Postural Reflexes PE Programme – Ages 4 to 5

In early years, some children still show signs of retained primitive or postural reflexes, which can make it harder for them to move, balance, and focus with ease. They may fidget, slouch, tire quickly, or struggle with climbing, crawling, or running smoothly. These challenges can affect physical confidence, attention, and classroom readiness.

The 8 Week Primitive and Postural Reflexes PE Programme provides a complete, ready to teach plan that helps 4 to 5 year olds strengthen body control, stability, and balance through playful, targeted movement. Each activity is designed to gently support the integration of early reflex patterns, helping children move with greater coordination, confidence, and postural control. Over time, they gain stronger core stability, smoother movement, and improved attention and focus.

Ideal for whole class PE, small SEN groups, or enrichment sessions, each lesson follows a consistent three part structure — Activation, Exploration, and Integration — beginning with purposeful warm up games, followed by creative movement sequences, and finishing with focused skill building exercises.

Each lesson is available in two flexible formats:

• 20 minute lessons for short sessions or warm ups
  
• 40 minute lessons for full curriculum delivery

The PDF download includes 24 progressive games and movement activities across 8 weekly lesson plans, carefully structured to promote postural strength, coordination, and balance through natural, enjoyable movement. Every activity includes clear learning goals, teacher guidance, and easy to follow instructions, no specialist PE training required. Whether you are a class teacher, PE lead, or support staff, this resource helps you deliver inclusive, purposeful PE that builds the foundation for confident movement and learning.

Key Features

• 8 week structured PE plan for ages 4 to 5
• Includes 24 progressive games and movement activities
• Supports integration of primitive and postural reflexes
• Develops balance, stability, and coordination
• Builds core strength and physical confidence
• Inclusive and suitable for all ability levels

This is a digital download, saved in your account for viewing, downloading, or printing at any time.

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