The national objectives, outcomes and measures for culture and sport are particularly reflected in the Departmental Strategic Objectives (DSOs) of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF).

The DSOs of the DCMS are to:

• encourage more widespread enjoyment of culture, media and sport
• support talent and excellence in culture, media and sport
• realise the economic benefits of the Department’s sectors
• deliver a successful and inspirational Olympic and Paralympic Games that provides a sustainable legacy.

The DSOs of the DCFS are to:

• secure the well-being and health of children and young people
• safeguard the young and vulnerable
• achieve world-class standards in education
• close the gap in educational achievement for children from disadvantaged backgrounds
• ensure young people are participating and achieving their potential to 18 and beyond
• keep children and young people on the path to success

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