The Maple Hayes School in Lichfield, Staffordshire, specialises in teaching children with dyslexia, who often have problems with physical co-ordination that can lead to lower self-esteem.
Weekly lessons in the Japanese martial arts of Aikido and Kenjutso - which uses bladeless swords made of wood, bamboo and leather - have helped to develop the children's confidence.
Neville Brown, principal at the school, said: "Many dyslexic children are alienated from their peers and don't do PE at school because they lack co-ordination and confidence.
"Here children can work at their physical co-ordination without fear, which then improves their self-esteem and ultimately their other achievements at school."
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