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Teaching Cricket in Primary Schools

The PE Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

Breaking Boundaries: Teaching Cricket in Primary Schools As summer fast approaches (hopefully bringing the sunny weather with it), so do the ‘summer sports’ in PE. Each of these activities comes with different challenges when teaching in primary schools.

Primary School

Primary School Teaching Teaching Schooling

Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

Aspire-Ed

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Here we break down that impact and take a closer look at why gymnastics is an essential sport to teach in primary school. Teaching gymnastics develops key physical skills. If you’re looking for a sport that covers just about all of the physical skills that children need to develop, gymnastics is your answer.

Primary School

Primary School Teaching Teaching Schooling

Teaching Cricket in Primary Schools

The PE Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

Breaking Boundaries: Teaching Cricket in Primary Schools As summer fast approaches (hopefully bringing the sunny weather with it), so do the ‘summer sports’ in PE. Each of these activities comes with different challenges when teaching in primary schools.

Primary School

Primary School Teaching Teaching Schooling

Memorable moments from The Active Primary Schools Conference 2022

Aspire-Ed

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The Active Primary Schools Conference took place on 25 th November 2022 and was the biggest conference to date. Over 90 primary school PE teachers, senior leaders, business managers and governors booked to join us at Millennium Point, all on a mission to boost their PE, school sport and physical activity offering.

Primary School

Primary School Schooling Dance Physical Activity

The Active Primary Schools Conference 2022: Sponsors

Aspire-Ed

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

We’re delighted to be headline sponsors of The Active Primary Schools Conference 2022 alongside The PE Hub! Supporting primary schools to increase the quality of their PE, sport and physical activity is at the heart of the conference. The PE Hub is transforming the delivery of primary PE across the UK.

Primary School

Primary School Schooling Physical Activity PE

Rainy Day PE Lessons: Teaching PE in Wet Weather in a Primary School

The PE Hub

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Rainy Day PE: As a primary school teacher, you may be no stranger to wet weather causing havoc during the school day! A multi-skills teaching bag can also be a great resource, offering a range of tools to keep pupils engaged and ready to go as and when needed.

Primary School

Primary School PE Teaching Teaching

New Course: Teaching an Enriched Primary Gymnastics Curriculum

Aspire-Ed

OCTOBER 12, 2022

As a result, it’s seen as a difficult and dangerous sport to teach, with teachers left apprehensive about delivering lessons. But with the developmental benefits it offers, gymnastics is an essential component of the primary curriculum. So how do you move from fearing the sport to making it one of your favourite to teach?

Teaching

Teaching Teaching Primary School Gyms

Golfway – Creating Golfers of the Future

The PE Hub

APRIL 3, 2024

It’s not a sport you hear about enough in schools – and the Golf Foundation is working to change that. Of course, practically, it can be a challenge to teach. Not many schools have an 18-hole golf course at their disposal. Tri-Golf is an official alternative version of golf created for primary school children.

Primary School

Primary School PE Flexibility Sports

Primary PE and School Sport Premium 2023

The PE Hub

MARCH 29, 2023

What is the Primary PE and Sport Premium? The Primary PE and Sport Premium is a government initiative that aims to improve the quality of physical education (PE) and sport in primary schools in England. How is the Primary PE and Sport Premium used?

PE

PE Sports Sports Sport

National School Sports Week 2024

The PE Hub

MAY 1, 2024

We all know and understand the physical benefits of exercise; however, this year’s National School Sports Week 2024 also focuses on empowering young people and the all-around, positive impacts PE has on wellbeing. Physical activity stimulates the production of endorphins, acting as natural painkillers and mood elevators.

Sports

Sports Sports Sport Schooling

Get a bespoke action plan for your school’s remaining PE and sport premium

Aspire-Ed

MAY 23, 2022

And so, if there was ever a time to make sure you’re making the most of your PE and sport premium, it’s now. Get bespoke recommendations by completing the Primary School PE Scorecard. What is the Primary School PE Scorecard? Increased participation in competitive sport.

Primary School

Primary School PE Sports Sports

How to Encourage a Positive Sporting Environment

Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The physical benefits of sport are undeniable. The real news from the past few years has been all the research confirming that taking part in sport or physical activity has a (huge) positive impact on your mental and physical health. Encouraging a positive sporting environment.

Sports

Sports Sports Sport Physical Activity

How do you know if you’re spending your PE and sport premium effectively?

Aspire-Ed

APRIL 25, 2022

You have until 31 st July to publish the details of your PE and sport premium spend on your school’s website. Misuse can result in a school having to repay the premium and future payments being withheld. The profile of PE and sport is raised across the school as a tool for whole-school improvement.

PE

PE Sports Sports Sport

S3 Ep5 – The Primary PE Huddle: Engagement over compliance

Aspire-Ed

APRIL 26, 2022

This week on the podcast we welcome two of the team from Wodensfield Primary School, Deputy Headteacher Liam Gould and PE Lead Teresa Shackleton. Liam is Deputy Headteacher of Wodensfield Primary School. This engagement with sports has continued into adulthood. And why teaching? Who is Liam Gould?

Primary School

Primary School PE Secondary Schools PE Teacher

Mastering Behaviour Management: Empowering coaches to create a supportive environment for every pupil.

Aspire-Ed

AUGUST 3, 2023

Are you a sports coach looking to create a supportive environment for every pupil? PE, school sports, and physical activity enhance physical and mental well-being and teach valuable life skills. PE, school sports, and physical activity enhance physical and mental well-being and teach valuable life skills.

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Coaching Primary School Cooperative Learning Motivation

Reigniting the Love for Movement: PE at St. Francis’s School, Australia

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In this spotlight, Simon shares insights into his approach to teaching, the challenges and rewards of working in this setting, and the lasting impact he hopes to make on his students. Francis’s is a small school, with class sizes ranging from 2 to 10 students,” Simon explains. Indigenous game called Buroinjin played at St.

Movement

Movement PE Schooling PE Teacher

Practical workshop: Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Aspire-Ed

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Over the years, Michael has gained vast experience delivering dynamic activities to people of all ages and abilities, and providing schools with solutions which ensure that teaching and learning are fully inclusive, with children receiving an enriching experience throughout their school life.

Primary School

Primary School Flexibility PE Physical Education

How to Encourage a Positive Sporting Environment

Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The physical benefits of sport are undeniable. The real news from the past few years has been all the research confirming that taking part in sport or physical activity has a (huge) positive impact on your mental and physical health.

Sports

Sports Sports Sport Physical Activity

S3 Ep6 – The Primary PE Huddle: “You’re not on your own”

Aspire-Ed

MAY 4, 2022

Louisa has been working in primary schools since 2014 where her career began on the sunny, leafy side of Wimbledon Village. Louisa spent three years teaching PE exclusively before qualifying in 2017 where she managed the role of class teacher alongside PE coordinator. Communication is the key. Play to the strengths in your team.

PE

PE Coordination Primary School Teaching

5 Ways to Talk and Encourage a Positive Body Image for Your Child

Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Our brains have “mirror neurones” that are never switched off that teach us to copy others – whether the good or the bad. Watch what you say: avoid using words such as ‘fat’ or ‘diet’ in front of your child; teach them about being comfortable with their bodies, especially as they grow older and their body changes shape.

Digestive system

Digestive system Elementary School Primary School Teaching

5 Ways to Talk and Encourage a Positive Body Image for Your Child

Sports for Schools

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Our brains have “mirror neurones” that are never switched off that teach us to copy others – whether the good or the bad. Watch what you say: avoid using words such as ‘fat’ or ‘diet’ in front of your child; teach them about being comfortable with their bodies, especially as they grow older and their body changes shape.

Digestive system

Digestive system Elementary School Primary School Teaching

'Road 2 Paris' workshop celebrating the build-up to the upcoming Olympics and Paralympics

Aspire-Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Our 'Road 2 Paris' workshop provides a full day of Games-themed activities, delivered by qualified coaches and designed to introduce KS1 and KS2 pupils to brand-new sports. Boccia – The ultimate target sport to test muscle control and accuracy. Contribute towards your PE and sport premium goals.

Primary School

Primary School Physical Activity PE Coordination

It is Ability, Not Disability That Counts

Sports for Schools

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

How many times have we sat and watched Paralympians running, cycling, shooting, playing basketball in wheelchairs or any other sport and wondered what we would have done if we had the same disability? If you’d like your school or parents to get active, get in touch with us and see how we could help you inspire our next generation.

Achievement

Achievement Primary School Motivation Teaching

It is Ability, Not Disability That Counts

Sports for Schools

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

How many times have we sat and watched Paralympians running, cycling, shooting, playing basketball in wheelchairs or any other sport and wondered what we would have done if we had the same disability? If you’d like your school or parents to get active, get in touch with us and see how we could help you inspire our next generation.

Achievement

Achievement Primary School Motivation Teaching

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Teaching Cricket in Primary Schools

Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

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Teaching Cricket in Primary Schools

Memorable moments from The Active Primary Schools Conference 2022

The Active Primary Schools Conference 2022: Sponsors

Rainy Day PE Lessons: Teaching PE in Wet Weather in a Primary School

New Course: Teaching an Enriched Primary Gymnastics Curriculum

Golfway – Creating Golfers of the Future

Primary PE and School Sport Premium 2023

National School Sports Week 2024

Get a bespoke action plan for your school’s remaining PE and sport premium

How to Encourage a Positive Sporting Environment

How do you know if you’re spending your PE and sport premium effectively?

S3 Ep5 – The Primary PE Huddle: Engagement over compliance

Mastering Behaviour Management: Empowering coaches to create a supportive environment for every pupil.

Reigniting the Love for Movement: PE at St. Francis’s School, Australia

Practical workshop: Outdoor Adventurous Activities

How to Encourage a Positive Sporting Environment

S3 Ep6 – The Primary PE Huddle: “You’re not on your own”

5 Ways to Talk and Encourage a Positive Body Image for Your Child

5 Ways to Talk and Encourage a Positive Body Image for Your Child

'Road 2 Paris' workshop celebrating the build-up to the upcoming Olympics and Paralympics

It is Ability, Not Disability That Counts

It is Ability, Not Disability That Counts

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