Association for Physical Education

📢 We’re recruiting! afPE are looking for Lead Tutors and Support Tutors to support delivery of the new Primary School Physical Education Specialism (replacing the previous Level 5) qualification. Help shape the next generation of PE practitioners. 🔗 Find out more and apply: afpe.org.uk/page/Level5Tut… #PhysicalEducation #PrimaryPE #PETeachers #EducationJobs

👀Take a look at what’s in store… Timeslot 1 at the National PE Conference is packed with inspiring workshops designed to support every stage of your PE journey - whether you're focusing on inclusion, innovation or impact. Explore your options and start planning your day… 🔗afpe.org.uk/events/EventDe… #NationalPEConference #PEInspiration #ActiveLearning #PELeaders

🎤 We’re excited to introduce our guest speakers for the 2026 National PE Conference! Join us for an inspiring day featuring voices from across Physical Education, including: ✨ Kate Thornton-Bousfield, CEO of afPE ✨ Sir Jon Coles, CEO of United Learning Trust ✨ Sue Barker, OBE and former French Open Champion ✨ Isabelle Kyson, Junior Athlete and Advocate for Girls in Sport From leadership and education to elite sport and youth voice, this year’s line-up brings together a wealth of experience, insight and inspiration. 📍 Don’t miss your chance to be part of it 🎟️ Secure your place on our website #PhysicalEducation #PEConference #Education #SchoolSport #afPE

🎉 Help us celebrate 20 Years of PE Matters There’s still time to be part of this special milestone 🙌 Have a story to share? Whether it’s a proud moment, a lesson learned, or the impact PE has had on young people - we’d love to hear it. 📩 editor@afpe.org.uk 📅 Deadline: 6 April 2026 Don’t miss your chance to be part of the celebration 💙 #PhysicalEducation #PEMatters #SchoolSport #PECommunity #afPE #TeacherLife #Education

Still time to sign up for our National Conversation on Primary PE online event which takes place next Tuesday! Sign up here: forms.office.com/e/qFLUdVF9NB?o… @EducationScot @afPE_PE @EUPEA_tweet @scotgovhealth @ScotGovEdu #maketimeforPE

Join our CEO, Kate, and the wider PE community at the afPE National PE Conference in Leeds, Tuesday 23rd June. An inspiring day to connect, learn and explore the future of Physical Education and school sport. 🎟️ Book your place: afpe.org.uk/events/EventDe… 👀 Keep an eye on our socials for more updates about the day. #afPENationalPEConference #PhysicalEducation #SchoolSport

👏 Congratulations to our latest afPE Approved Professional Development Providers (APDP): @BSFound @balanceability @CCOrienteering Team MCR Interested in becoming an APDP? Visit our website to learn more about the application process. #PhysicalEducation #CPD #PE

📣 National Conversation on Primary PE Join @SATPE_Primary & @SERA_HREN for an online conversation helping shape a Scotland-wide Primary PE Network supporting meaningful PE practice and protecting time for PE. 📅 24 March ⏰ 3:45pm 💻 Online via Teams 🔗 Register: forms.office.com/e/qFLUdVF9NB?o… 📩 Teams link sent after registering. #PrimaryPE #PhysicalEducation #MakeTimeForPE

🎉 20 Years of PEM – We Want Your Story! Physical Education Matters is celebrating two decades of PE - and we want the voices of the community to shine. Whether you’re a student, practitioner, or strategist, share: ⭐ Your proudest PE impact ⭐ Lessons learned along the way ⭐ What has made the biggest difference for young people 📩 Send your stories: editor@afpe.org.uk 📅 Deadline: 6 April 2026 Let’s celebrate 20 years of inspiring young people through PE together! #PhysicalEducation #PEMatters #SchoolSport #PECommunity #ProfessionalLearning #afPE

🏀 Slam Jam is back for 2026 – bigger and better than ever! Designed for children aged 5–11, the renewed programme includes equipment packs created with schools and clubs in mind. Interested in introducing Slam Jam to your school or club? - find out more and register here 👉 basketballengland.co.uk/news/get-schoo… @bballengland #afPE #SchoolSport #PrimaryPE #SlamJam #basketballengland

🧠 Children’s Mental Health Week During Children’s Mental Health Week, @imovesactive are supporting schools with a programme that uses movement to promote calm, connection and confidence among children. Schools can access free online resources, with the opportunity to win a Davies Sports PE & Play Kit worth over £100. 👉 Find out more and sign up via imoves: imoves.com/childrens-ment…

🚨 afPE Approved Curriculum Resources milestone 🚨 From 4 approved organisations in our first ACR window to 8 in the latest – a clear sign of growing momentum. Schools can trust these resources to be high-quality, aligned with best practice and rigorously approved by afPE. 👏 Congratulations to all newly approved providers. @edstartsports @ThePEhub @enrichedu @pe_passport @OakNational @schoolsCES @Chance2Shine @imovesactive #afPE #ApprovedCurriculumResources #QualityPE #PELeadership

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 & 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿 (𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲) Current vacancies: Midlands & South-East Read more and apply: crosscurricularorienteering.co.uk/careers/ 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝘆: 20 February 2026. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 1 May 2026, or earlier (negotiable).

🔓 Unlocking children’s potential through movement Our Early Years Motor Screening Programme is a one-day certificated course helping practitioners identify motor competency challenges early and deliver practical, school-ready interventions. 👩‍🏫 For EY practitioners, teachers, leaders & coaches 🎓 Recognised certification ⏱ Targeted 15-minute interventions 📅 Upcoming dates: 📍 20 Mar – Burgess Hill 📍 17 Apr – Bournemouth 📍 22 May – Mansfield 📍 5 Jun – Preston 🔗 Book now: afpe.org.uk/events 📧 cpd@afpe.org.uk #afPE #EarlyYears #PhysicalDevelopment #CPD

Really proud to share that the Edstart PE Curriculum has now been approved as @afPE_PE Approved Curriculum Resources (ACR).

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Primary PE and school sport premium funding Having received comms from DfE we can confirm that no decisions have been made about future funding of PE and school sport. The government’s mission is to break down barriers to opportunity ensuring every child benefits from high quality PE and school sports. We are continuing to work closely with DfE and will inform you of any updates to policy or funding when we receive them. afPE Team

As a PE and sports equipment specialist for the education market, the team at Davies Sports works directly with PE leads to offer advice and support for the activities they are delivering in school. 🏫⚽ Everything Davies Sports manufactures is fit for education, meaning the quality, purpose and longevity of their products is based on teacher feedback. @DaviesSportsUK Discover more 👉 daviessports.co.uk/primary #afPE #PrimaryPE #SchoolSport #PhysicalEducation