Written questions

Tennis: Physical Education

Commons · Question 128369 · Tabled 20 Apr 2026 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 27 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Ruth Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what recent assessment she has made of the benefits of tennis-focused teaching as part of PE and sport provision; and what steps is she taking to support tennis education in schools.

Answer

Answered by Georgia Gould, 27 Apr 2026

Schools play a vital role in giving many pupils their first experience of playing sport, including tennis, in a structured and inclusive environment. This government is committed to breaking down barriers to opportunity so that every child can access high...