Movement plays a crucial role in the development of young children. This course is designed to enhance teachers’ understanding of how to best present and manage movement activities in schools. Suitable for both specialist and non specialist teachers, it explores the connection between physical growth and social, cognitive, and language development. Participants will be presented with a variety of activities, games, and play setups that support pupil development, all within a planning framework aimed at helping every child succeed.

• The place of Physical Development in Early Years.
• Understanding the ways physical development underpins other areas of the Early Years Curriculum.
• The importance of movement to young children.
• Promoting purposeful play.
• Practical ideas for teachers to deliver high quality movement education
• Developmentally appropriate activities which enable children to reach their potential in PE.