Current Status and Optimization Strategies of Recess Activities in Primary Schools: A Field Study of Suburban Schools in Guangzhou, China

Abstract

This study focus on three primary school in the suburbs of Guangzhou to explore the current situation of recess activities among primary school students and the corresponding optimization strategies. Using a variety of research methods such as questionnaires, teacher interviews and filed observations, this study reveals the problems existing in primary school students’ recess activities at present. On the one hand, there are insufficient facilities for games, and students’ activity space is limited. On the other hand, the game duration is insufficient to fully meet students’ activity needs. Therefore, this study proposes a series of optimization measures, including reducing the impact of online games, providing sufficient time and space for recess activities, aiming to provide useful references for improving the quality level of recess activities for primary school students and promoting their all-round physical and mental health development.