Proportionate Universalism as an Approach to Support Physical Activity of Young Children with Disabilities in Childcare Settings

Physical activity is important for young children’s (aged 0-5 years) health and development. However, young children with disabilities have markedly low levels of daily physical activity. While the childcare setting offers a unique environment to target physical activity promotion among young children, several inequalities exist that affect physical activity opportunities for young children with disabilities in these settings. As such, this article discusses the inequality in access to physical activity opportunities for young children with disabilities in childcare settings. It draws on, and suggests that, application of a proportionate universalism approach to promote inclusive physical activity opportunities for young children with disabilities in childcare settings may support participation.