Advertisement

'Sport has become incredibly serious for many young children'

Mairead asks: has all the fun gone out of after-school activities for kids? Parents are sometimes guilty of getting involved in football teams or drama clubs and putting too much pressure on kids to excel outside of the classroom - but does this behaviour push people to do well from a young age? Listeners joined Mairead to discuss the pros and cons of encouraging competition and camaraderie among children.

Share this article

15.25 6 Nov 2023


'Sport has become incredibly serious for many young children'


Listen to this episode


Share this article

15.25 6 Nov 2023


Mairead asks: has all the fun gone out of after-school activities for kids?

Parents are sometimes guilty of getting involved in football teams or drama clubs and putting too much pressure on kids to excel outside of the classroom - but does this behaviour push people to do well from a young age?

Listeners joined Mairead to discuss the pros and cons of encouraging competition and camaraderie among children.


Read more about

Lunchtime Live Highlights

Related Episodes

Aaron Rogan on the plans for a...

00:08:37

Aaron Rogan on the plans for a Paddy Power movie

The Claire Byrne Show

00:08:37


Americans head to the polls in...

00:17:38

Americans head to the polls in the midterms

The Claire Byrne Show

00:17:38


Travel with Ed: Best winter su...

00:09:20

Travel with Ed: Best winter sun destinations

The Claire Byrne Show

00:09:20


Should Religion be involved in...

00:07:47

Should Religion be involved in schools?

The Claire Byrne Show

00:07:47