Table 7 Factor loadings for parents’ perceptions of recess procedures
From: Parents’ perceptions of school recess policies and practices
Individual Items | Loadings |
|---|---|
Schools should have dedicated outdoor space to recess | 0.834 |
Schools should have grass and natural areas for children to play in during recess | 0.889 |
The recess environment should be free of hazards | 0.744 |
Children should be able to do what they want at recess | |
Recess should include a variety of activities for children to play | 0.846 |
Children should be physically active during recess | 0.699 |
Teachers and school staff should encourage a positive culture at recess | 0.868 |
Teachers and school staff should supervise recess | 0.752 |
Teachers and school staff should play alongside children at recess | 0.216 |
Schools should teach children conflict resolution skills during recess | 0.546 |