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Can a school program get kids with disabilities moving more? new study tests feasibility

NCT ID NCT07456514

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Liverpool John Moores University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether a program called Movement Matters is practical and acceptable for children aged 7-11 with intellectual disabilities or autism. The program includes teacher training, school activities, family involvement, and role models. Researchers worked with 43 children in special education schools to see if the program could be delivered as part of the school day. The goal was to understand if this approach could help improve physical activity and motor skills in a real-world school setting.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Movement Matters program (teacher training, school activities, family involvement, parent education, multi-skill event, role models)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a practical program that helps children with intellectual disabilities become more active and improve their movement skills in school settings.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 43 participants, so results may not apply to all schools or children. The program may be too difficult to implement or not show clear benefits.

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Study facts

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Participants

43 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2022

Finished

Jul 2023

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Pupils within Special Educational Needs and Disability schools in the North-West Region of England

Ages

7 to 11 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 7 to 11 years * Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) statement indicating a primary diagnosis of intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder * Independently ambulatory (able to walk without physical assistance) to allow completion of the motor skill testing protocol Exclusion Criteria: * Children younger than 7 years or older than 11 years * No Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) statement indicating a primary diagnosis of intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder * Not independently ambulatory and therefore unable to complete the motor skill testing protocol

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Conditions

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autism spectrum disorder intellectual disability Motor Activity

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Motor skills development Physical activity

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Liverpool John Moores University

    Liverpool, United Kingdom

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