Play time prescription: school program aims to get kids moving in bangladesh
NCT ID NCT07411456
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a 12-week after-school active play program for primary school children in Bangladesh. The program includes free play and guided activities to boost physical activity, reduce sitting time, improve sleep, and build movement skills like running and jumping. About 354 children from 8 schools will take part, with half receiving the program and half continuing their usual routine. Researchers will measure changes using activity trackers and skill tests.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- school-based active play program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a low-cost way for schools in Bangladesh to boost children's physical activity, reduce sitting time, and improve sleep and motor skills.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (354 children, 8 schools) testing a behavioral program, so results may not apply to all settings. The program's success depends on consistent participation and support from parents and teachers.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 354 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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May 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
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6 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria for Study Participants * Primary school children aged 6-12 years * Must be apparently healthy with no medical conditions limiting participation in physical activity. * Should not plan to change schools within 6 months to allow consistent follow-up. * Must understand basic Bengali or English. * Must be Bangladeshi citizens. Exclusion Criteria for Study Participants * Children who are currently out of school will be excluded. * Children under 6 years of age or over 11 years of age will not be included. * Children who regularly participate in structured sports activities, such as cricket, football, or any other sports clubs, will be excluded. * Children who are athletes or compete in any organised athletic events will not be included in the study. * Children who are involved in dance performances or dance-related activities regularly will be excluded.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Primary Schools
Noākhāli, Bangladesh
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