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National Conference for Heads of Physical Education

In Association with PE Scholar

9.30am

Conference Assembles, Refreshments

10.00am

Introductory Keynote: Transforming your PE offer

Embedding a physical literacy informed PE curriculum, reflecting the Sport England consensus statement
Dr Liz Durden-Myers, PE Scholar

10.45am

Understanding Meaningful PE as a framework for positive experiences for all
Will Swaithes, PE Scholar

11.15am

Refreshment Break

11.30am

Ensuring PE offers a sense of belonging to all young people - exploring gender diversity, inclusion and social justice
Simon Scarborough

12.15

Hot Topic Table Discussions
Will Swaithes, PE Scholar

12.30pm

LUNCH

1.30pm

Seminar Programme 1

Choose one of the following sessions:
1 Contemporary ideas for effective teaching of examination GCSE & A level PE
with Will Swaithes, PE Scholar
2 Case Study: Revolutionising a traditional PE programme
with Phil Greenaway, Dulwich College
3 Modernising PE: New Approaches to Health and Exercise
with Asha Riley, St Swithun's School

2.30pm

Refreshment Break

2.45pm

Seminar Programme 2

Choose ONE of the following sessions:
1 Challenging the status quo and managing change in PE through 360 degree relationships
with Dr Liz Durden-Myers & Will Swaithes, PE Scholar
2 Case Study: Revolutionising a traditional PE programme
with Phil Greenaway, Dulwich College
3 Modernising PE: New Approaches to Health and Exercise
with Asha Riley, St Swithun's School

3.45pm

Conference Disperses

Dates & Venues
    In association with
    PE Scholar

    This Conference is intended for current and aspiring Heads of secondary age Physical Education in schools of all types. It will present a range of contemporary material, alongside case studies of current best practice in different sectors, to enable programme leaders to ensure that PE is relevant and meaningful in their context. Current practitioners will be enabled to bridge the gap between research and practice. The day will provide a combination of inspirational keynotes, interactive workshops and opportunities to collaborate with other leaders of PE.

    Programme

    9.30am

    Conference Assembles, Refreshments

    10.00am

    Introductory Keynote: Transforming your PE offer

    Embedding a physical literacy informed PE curriculum, reflecting the Sport England consensus statement
    Dr Liz Durden-Myers, PE Scholar

    10.45am

    Understanding Meaningful PE as a framework for positive experiences for all
    Will Swaithes, PE Scholar

    11.15am

    Refreshment Break

    11.30am

    Ensuring PE offers a sense of belonging to all young people - exploring gender diversity, inclusion and social justice
    Simon Scarborough

    12.15

    Hot Topic Table Discussions
    Will Swaithes, PE Scholar

    12.30pm

    LUNCH

    1.30pm

    Seminar Programme 1

    Choose one of the following sessions:
    1 Contemporary ideas for effective teaching of examination GCSE & A level PE
    with Will Swaithes, PE Scholar
    2 Case Study: Revolutionising a traditional PE programme
    with Phil Greenaway, Dulwich College
    3 Modernising PE: New Approaches to Health and Exercise
    with Asha Riley, St Swithun's School

    2.30pm

    Refreshment Break

    2.45pm

    Seminar Programme 2

    Choose ONE of the following sessions:
    1 Challenging the status quo and managing change in PE through 360 degree relationships
    with Dr Liz Durden-Myers & Will Swaithes, PE Scholar
    2 Case Study: Revolutionising a traditional PE programme
    with Phil Greenaway, Dulwich College
    3 Modernising PE: New Approaches to Health and Exercise
    with Asha Riley, St Swithun's School

    3.45pm

    Conference Disperses

    In association with
    PE Scholar
    Speakers

    Liz Durden-Myers

    Liz is a physical education researcher and teacher educator with over 15 years' experience within education across the primary, secondary and higher education sectors. She is currently a Senior Lecturer In Physical Education at the University of Gloucestershire & Bath Spa University, Managing Director & Co-Founder at PE Scholar & Scholary and Past Chair of the International Physical Literacy Association (IPLA). Liz is a qualified teacher and holds a PhD in Physical Literacy, a MA in Education, a MSc in Psychology and a BA (Hons) in Physical Education. Liz is an international speaker, passionate educator and physical activity advocate who champions the value of physical activity for life, for health, wellbeing and human flourishing.

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    Will Swaithes

    Will Swaithes is an experienced teacher, teacher educator and leader of teaching and learning. With over 20 years’ experience in education, Will became an Advanced Skills Teacher in 2006 and has been innovating curriculum design ever since.  Following 4 successful years as Head of Physical Education and Achievement for Youth Sport Trust, Will now leads the secondary PGCE programme at Birmingham City University and is also Education Director at PE Scholar. He has a reputation for high-quality consultancy services, mentoring support and training with an ambition to ensure PE stands for Positive Experiences for all children in all schools.

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    Simon Scarborough

    During the 20 years that Simon has been working in schools, he has developed a depth of experience in the classroom (sportshall, gym, sports field…), as a middle leader, senior leader, Initial Teacher Training tutor, a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) and as a specialist leader in Education (SLE). Throughout this time, two common themes remained; Physical Education (PE) and a passion for the inclusion of all students. Simon has enjoyed a career that enabled him to support some of society’s most vulnerable children and their families, through his strategic leadership roles and also each and every day as a practitioner in schools. He has inspired thousands of children, many of whom with Special Educational Needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds, to develop the confidence and skills to lead a physically active and fulfilled life.

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    Prices

    1 PLACE £209
    2 PLACES £339
     

    Conference runs 10am – 3.45pm. Prices include refreshments, lunch and resources. Excludes VAT.

    Updated 20 August 2025

    Categories Physical Education