1. A Golden Opportunity: The Bailiwick of Guernsey Report Card 2018
Introduction
Located in the English Channel, Guernsey has a population of 63,000. This first Report Card will summarise existing evidence on young people’s physical activity.
Methods
The main data source was the self-reported Guernsey Young People's Survey, administered online in spring/summer 2016 in 16 primary (561 pupils) and 8 secondary and post-16 schools (985 pupils).
Results
Physical activity and active transport levels are relatively low. Sedentary behavior is high amongst older children. There are signs of a Government response but intentions need to be implemented and can be developed further.
Conclusion
Based on current evidence, physical activity levels amongst Guernsey’s young people are low but islands like Guernsey have a golden opportunity to address this through a coordinated response.