Irish sports equipment supplier Sidea has been announced as title sponsor of PExpo 2026, a nationwide showcase of creativity, curiosity and learning among primary school pupils.
A physical education and wellbeing equivalent of the Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, PExpo invites children to explore topics around sport, health, and physical activity through project-based learning. The event takes place as a vibrant exhibition this Thursday ay the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena where students present their ideas, research and innovations.
Under the new partnership, the event will be branded Sidea PExpo 2026, highlighting a shared commitment to encouraging active lifestyles and creative thinking from an early age.
This year will see a number of additional show elements with a Careers Corner featuring Sport for Business and a number of alumni from our 30 Under 30, and, for the first time, a functional fitness race for schools taking place over six stations in the arena.
PExpo has carved out a unique space within Irish education by blending physical literacy with inquiry-based learning. Projects often range from investigations into fitness and nutrition to creative approaches to inclusion, teamwork and wellbeing, all driven by the students themselves.
Sidea’s involvement signals growing recognition of the importance of early engagement in sport and physical activity, not just through participation but through understanding and exploration. By supporting PExpo, the company is helping to provide a platform for young students to think critically about movement, health and the role of sport in their lives.
The 2026 event will attract schools from across the country. We will be there on Thursday and will bring you the best of the projects on Friday and at the Sport for Business Children in Sport Conference, in partnership with Allianz, taking place in September.
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Sport for Business is a long term partner of the PExpo.
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