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The Director of Sport in a Prep School

with Chris Dossett, Chair PADSIS

Webinar

Course Description

This seminar is designed for Directors of Sport working in the Prep sector, as well as teachers aspiring to these leadership roles. It explores the unique opportunities and challenges of leading sport in Prep schools, where the demands of inclusive participation and competitive success must be carefully balanced. Participants will examine practical approaches to planning and delivering a high-quality sports programme, managing limited facilities and resources, and responding effectively to parental expectations. The seminar also considers leadership, communication and strategic decision-making, providing practical solutions to the everyday challenges of Prep school sport and helping leaders develop a successful, sustainable and pupil-centred programme.

What makes prep school sport successful ?
The Director of Sport as a 360-degree leader
Linking PE programmes with sport
What does “Sport for All” mean?
Should team games be compulsory?
Stimulating engagement in less able pupils
Establishing a foundation of physical literacy
Clarifying and communicating priorities
Identifying the best competitive programme
Quality controlling teaching
Performance and participation
Meeting parental expectations
Balancing performance with inclusivity
The six outcome PE and games programme
Building a communication strategy

Meet your course leader, Chris Dossett

Chair PADSIS

Chris Dossett is the current Chair of the Professional Association of Directors of Sport in Independent Schools (PADSIS), working with schools across the country to stimulate modern, integrated sports programmes. He has over thirty years teaching experience, including Director of Sport posts at Pangbourne College, The Portsmouth Grammar School, Uppingham and Solihull.

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The Director of Sport in a Prep School

From £239.00

Thursday 4th February 2027
Guildford
with Chris Dossett
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Tuesday 15th June 2027
Oxford
with Chris Dossett
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