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PE Kit Visual Guide for Children

A PE kit holds the clothes and essentials that help you move, stretch, play, and take part in sports with comfort and confidence. It usually includes things like a T‑shirt, shorts, trainers, and any small extras your school recommends.


This guide gently explores what a PE kit is, why it matters, and what might be inside — from soft, breathable clothing to shoes that help you feel steady and supported.


With calm colours, friendly visuals, and clear, reassuring language, each panel supports emotional regulation, sensory understanding, and a sense of safety around getting changed and joining in.


If PE kits feel unfamiliar or a bit overwhelming sometimes, this guide is here to make things feel more predictable and manageable — one calm change of clothes at a time.

Questions You Might Have

What is a PE kit?

A PE kit holds the clothes, shoes, and small items you need for moving, stretching, and taking part in sports. It helps you feel prepared, comfortable, and ready to join in.

Why do PE kits include special clothing?

Clothes like shorts, leggings, or a T shirt help your body move freely. They’re chosen to feel light, comfortable, and easy to stretch in so you can focus on the activity, not the fabric.

Why are there rules about jewellery and hair?

Schools often ask for no jewellery and tied back hair to help keep everyone safe. These small rules prevent accidents and make sure you can move without anything getting in the way.

Find more calm guides at www.feelingvisible.com

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A sensory‑safe guide to the
clothes and small items that
help you get ready to move.

Drawstring PE Kit Bag, Holds everything you need for PE.
What's Inside
a PE Kit
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Bag with Clothes Inside.
Packed PE Kit, your clothes and essentials ready to go.

A PE kit shows the things
you need to feel safe and
ready for exercise.

What a PE
Kit Shows
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Clothing for
Movement
T‑Shirt & Shorts. PE Clothing, light, comfy clothes for moving.

Shorts, leggings, or a T shirt
that help you move freely
and comfortably.

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Footwear
& Socks
Trainers. Supportive shoes for running and play.

Trainers or plimsolls and
clean socks that help
protect your feet.

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Extras for
Comfort & Care
Deodorant & Small Towel. Comfort Items for gentle care.

Hair ties, deodorant, or a
small towel to help you
feel comfortable.

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Safety Items
& School Rules
No Jewellery with a gentle Warning Sign. For safe movement during PE.

No jewellery and tied back
hair help keep everyone
safe during PE.

Find more calm guides at www.feelingvisible.com

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