with Chris Dossett, Chair of PADSIS
This webinar is aimed at Directors of Sport in Prep Schools of all types. It is also suitable for teachers aspiring to these positions. With pressures for both inclusivity and competitive success, the Director of Sport faces significant challenges in compiling a programme to meet all expectations. Parents can be intrusive, and resources often limited. This course considers the practical issues faced by prep school sport, and presents possible strategies and solutions.
• What makes prep school sport successful ?
• Linking PE programmes with sport
• What does “Sport for All” mean?
• Establishing a foundation of physical literacy
• Clarifying and communicating priorities
• Identifying the best competitive programme
• Quality controlling teaching
• Meeting parental expectations
• Balancing performance with inclusivity
Chair of 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.
The Director of Sport in a Prep School Webinar
From £85.00
Tuesday 19th January 2027
7-8:30pm
Webinar 2027
with Chris Dossett
Wednesday 19th May 2027
7-9:30pm
Webinar 2027
with Chris Dossett
School subscriptions for our webinars give access to up to 5 colleagues from the same school for a discounted rate.
Up to 5 members of staff from your school can join the webinar together, each logging in from their own device, one flat rate covers everyone, rather than booking individually. Your Zoom link will be sent to each participant's email address ahead of the session, so make sure you provide a name and email for everyone who's attending. As with our individual bookings, a recording is available for 48 hours afterwards for anyone who can't make the live session.
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