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Is sport as important as school for children?

Observador14 September 2026 at 16:47

With the start of the school year, the debate arises about the role of sport in the development of children and young people. The central question is whether sport should be considered as important as school in the education of children.

Many parents face difficulties in deciding to enroll their children in sports activities. The fear of academic overload and the focus on academic performance lead many to hesitate in balancing studies with sports practice.

Psychologist Eduardo Sá is the specialist voice addressing this topic, explaining the benefits that sports practice brings to children's development. His intervention aims to demonstrate that sport and school are not necessarily competitors, but complementary activities in the education of young people.

Why this matters

Parents in the region face this same decision at the start of the school year, and the article offers practical guidance from a specialist to help balance studies and physical activity. The message that sport and school are complementary can influence family choices about how to spend children's free time.

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