From PE Dread to Delight - Book Club Resources - PE Team CPD

Do you run a PE book club? or are you looking for resources for PE professional development or to support your PE meetings? If yes,…

Re-thinking GCSE PE: A GCSE Curriculum for Genuine Physical Education

By Dr Liz Durden-Myers and Lee Sullivan Physical Education (PE) around the world is often confused with sport, and this confusion has influenced how PE…

Think like an examiner - AQA A-Level PE

This updated resource is designed to help students develop a deeper understanding of how exam questions are structured, while reinforcing key knowledge around command words,…

The Movement Monster Synopsis and Schemes of Learning

Written by Lee Sullivan The Movement Monster is an enchanting children’s book that takes young readers on a thrilling journey through the magical world of…

Rounders Student Resource Cards

These Rounders Student Resource Cards are perfect to complement your Rounders unit of work. The resource includes four cards that can be used for self…

Teaching Disabled Children in Physical Education

(Dis)connections between Research and Practice Book Review and Authors’ Response Part one: Book review Introduction I was delighted to see this book’s publication in 2023,…

The Importance of Student Voice in PE

Written by Grace Cardiff & Lee Sullivan In this, and an upcoming follow-up blog, we aim to explore the profound importance of making space for…

Primary Concept Curriculum: Key Stage 2 (Year 6) Lesson Walk-Through

Introduction Primary physical education (PE) holds a significant place in a child’s holistic development. It’s not just about the physical domain but can also develop…

Primary Concept Curriculum: Key Stage 2 (Year 5) Lesson Walk-Through

Introduction Effective communication is a crucial skill that extends far beyond PE. As primary physical education (PE) teachers, our role encompasses not only teaching and…

Primary Concept Curriculum: Key Stage 2 (Year 4) Lesson Walk-Through

Introduction In this blog, we’re going to delve into a Year 4 primary PE concept curriculum lesson that not only focuses on the importance of…

Primary Concept Curriculum: Key Stage 2 (Year 3) Lesson Walk-Through

Introduction This blog aims to provide a supportive exploration of a Key Stage 2, Year 3 PE lesson centered around attacking in invasion games. Our…

Primary Concept Curriculum: Key Stage 1 (Year 2) Lesson Walk-Through

Introduction In this unique educational experience, we’ll venture into the heart of Dino Island, where young explorers will not only learn about gymnastics but also…

Primary Concept Curriculum: Key Stage 1 (Year 1) Lesson Walk-Through

Introduction Physical education plays a crucial role in a child’s development, fostering physical, emotional, and social growth. Year 1 is a critical stage for children…

Inclusive PE for SEND Children by Faith M Newton

Book Review by Lee Sullivan ‘Inclusive PE for SEND Children’ by Faith M. Newton is an important exploration of a much needed topic within physical…

Primary Concept Curriculum: Early Years – Lesson 1 Walk-Through

Introduction In this blog, and in the supporting video below, we’ll take you through a detailed walkthrough of how to lead a PE lesson for…

Generic Core PE Sample Plenary Questions

Below are some sample plenary questions to assess aspects of the Meaningful PE research (Fletcher, Beni, Ni Chroinin and Gleddie. 2021). Social Interaction Considering student-student…

The Role of Observation in Enhancing Pedagogical Practices in Physical Education

By Lee Sullivan Introduction Observation serves as an essential component of effective teaching, fostering a deeper understanding of students’ needs and learning dynamics. Within the…

The Purpose of Assessment in Core PE

By Lee Sullivan Introduction There can be no doubt that assessment has been an area of contention and challenge for physical educators for some time.…

Is it time to ditch changing during PE lessons?

By Paul Sammon & Lee Sullivan Our inspiration for writing this blog stems from a shared concern and frustration at the significant amount of timetabled…

The Primary Physical Education Concept Curriculum

Building on the success of the Secondary Concept Curriculum which was launched in 2021 and following several requests for a similar approach at Primary level,…

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…

Exploring Class Grouping in Physical Education

There can be no doubt that how students are placed into their groups or classes can have a huge impact on their experiences within physical…

The Problem with GCSE PE

In a recent article from the Association for Physical Education (AfPE), it was reported that for the first time ever more students were selecting Computing…

Concept Curriculum: Leading Meaningful Change in PE CPD Event

Is PE valued in your school? Does your current delivery meet the needs of every student? Does your curriculum nurture physical literacy? If the answer…

The Evolution of the Concept Curriculum

Although only fairly new, it is time to discuss the evolution of the Concept Curriculum and consider how we can best provide personally relevant learning,…

Building a Successful Concept Curriculum

This course will help you to understand, consider and construct a successful PE Concept Curriculum to better meet the needs of all learners.

Is PE 'Fit' for Purpose?

Is PE ‘Fit’ for Purpose? After many years of teaching PE and realising my ambition as a Head of Department, I recently found myself questioning…

Changing Our Curriculum Offer: From Traditional Sport to a Concept-Driven Approach

Reimagining Physical Education Curriculum Design – Introducing A Concept-Driven Approach My sport-driven, skill-focused, performance obsessed PE curriculum was failing to meet the needs of every…