Is Moderate Competency Enough?
The purpose of this blog is to explore comments made by Scott Kretchmar around moderate competency within physical education (PE) and challenge the pursuit of…
Behaviour Management in PE
On 22nd May 2023 Phil Cocks presented a short webinar to unpick some of his top tips when it comes to behaviour management in PE.…
Co-operative Learning in PE
Since well before Bandura first shared his social learning theory in 1977, it is clear that learning is maximised when done with others. We are…
Embracing Gender Diversity in PE
Are you creating a safe and supportive space for ALL students? Is PE part of the problem or part of the solution? Embracing Gender Diversity…
YST TOP Transition
Back in 2016 when I was working full time with Youth Sport Trust, I collaborated with two amazing colleagues (Tracey Healey and Julie Gompetz) along…
Being a PE Teacher: All You Need to Know
Being a PE Teacher Being a PE teacher and working in the education system can be incredibly challenging but also hugely rewarding career. Helping young…
Inclusion 2024
Inclusion 2024 aims to increase and improve opportunities for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to engage and participate in physical education and…
How Listening to Students Can Increase Enjoyment in PE
Introduction Historically, PE at Upton Court Grammar School had focused on creating elite athletes. Lee Sullivan, Head of PE, was aware that the school’s approach,…
Secondary Teacher Training Programme
Sport England PE teacher professional development programme findings Sport England, in association with Sheffield Hallam University, Youth Sport Trust, Activity Alliance and Association for Physical Education,…