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The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| Our Clubs are always oversubscribed with Sajid Akram, Chandos Primary SchoolWho is our guest?Sajid Akram brings a wealth of experience and passion to his roles at Chandos Primary School. With eight years of teaching under his belt and 18 months as the assistant PE lead, Sajid's dedication to enhancing the physical education landscape is evident. His journey began as a local to the school, and despite moving further away, he remains deeply committed to the community he serves. Sajid's background in teaching and his role as a PE lead uniquely position him to drive innovative strategies and programmes that engage pupils in physical activity.2024-10-2138 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| Linking Physically Active Learning and wellbeing within schools with Stephen ClarkeWho is our guest? Stephen Clarke has been a school governor for 15 years in the Staffordshire three-tier school system, firstly at Primary School, then Middle School and finally High School. He then stepped up to the challenge of being Chair of Governors back at the Middle School in 2019 and shortly after helping to guide the school with the Headteacher strategically through the COVID crisis, remote learning, and several risk assessments! Outside of the school environment, Stephen has over 25 years of experience in education technology and running award-winning multi-million pound small to medium enterprises. Th...2024-09-3044 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| Create different experiences to ignite the spark! with Luke Brown, Spiral Free Run CICWho’s our guest? Luke Brown launched the Spiral Free Run CIC in Late 2016 during his time studying at university and has been working multiple jobs simultaneously since. In April 2021 he took the leap of faith to turn the company into a CIC (Community Interest Club) and run full-time.He has been training Parkour for 10 years now. Parkour was only just beginning its rise back in 2011 and therefore he quickly realised that if he wanted someone to train with, He was going to have to inspire and help them on their journ...2024-08-1254 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| 'Providing the best opportunities for pupils while maintaining budget' with Lee Davis, BD MATWho is our guest?Lee Davis is now Head of Finance at BDMAT. Before this, Lee was a School Finance Partner at BDMAT and had acted as the Chief Finance and Operations Officer for a short time. Lee also worked within the trust at St Clement’s Church of England Academy as a School Business Manager before taking up the post as a School Finance Partner in September 2018. Earlier in his career Lee worked in retail management accounting before moving to finance and accounting support in the Education sector. What do we discuss?Prov...2024-07-2247 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| Sport in Schools - Importance, obstacles and solutions- Will RobertsWho’s our guest? Will Roberts is the Chief Operating Officer of the national children’s charity the Youth Sport Trust and led the process for the creation of their new strategy Inspiring Changemakers, Building Belonging which sets significant ambitions to 2035 and was launched in May 2022. Having joined the Youth Sport Trust in 2007 to run the then UK School Games (now School Games National Finals) as part of a drive to transform competition and talent support pathways in school and community sport, Will had the role of leading the Games in 2012 using the venues that would...2024-06-1757 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| ‘How do we change the culture of a school?’ with Dr Andy Daly Smith & Alex OgdenWho are our guests? Dr Andy Daly-Smith is a Reader in Children’s Physical Activity and Health at the University of Bradford (UK). Within Bradford, he co-leads the Centre for Applied Education Research and research on the JUMP project; the UK’s first whole-systems approach to physical activity for children and young people. Andy’s research focuses on the implementation and effectiveness of whole-school approaches to physical activity- specifically Creating Active Schools. He also led a cross-European project, ACTivate, which developed a teacher training curriculum and e-learning modules to support physically active learning in schools.Li...2024-06-031h 02
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| ‘Sport is an outlet for many’ with Siobhan FitzpatrickWho’s our guest? Siobhán first found wheelchair basketball in 2010 following a playground to podium event which introduced her to the sport. As a junior, she first played for CWBA where she achieved great success at the School Games and Junior Championships. Alongside her junior game, she also competed with the clubs National League and Women’s League teams.An award-winning player, Siobhán has an extensive junior career having co-captained the women’s team to back-to-back championship wins at the 2015 U25 Worlds and 2016 U24 Europeans – a feat not achieved by any other female...2024-05-0654 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast- Number one priority, getting the environment right- Sam HortonWho’s our guest?Sam Horton is a passionate PE teacher who believes strongly in physical education, sport, and physical activity as essential contributors to children's love for healthy living and a tool to end physical inactivity. Sam possesses six years of experience at Wollescote Primary School and prior experience in sports coaching. He is particularly enthusiastic about sports and pursued a pathway into teaching to continue his passion on a professional level. He recently earned a promotion as the PE coordinator for Wollescote Primary School and is driven to enhance the PE culture within th...2024-04-1545 min
The Primary PE Huddle'Taking the Plunge: The evolution of primary school swimming': Kayle BrightwellTaking the plunge: The evolution of primary school swimmingWho’s our guest? Kaylë has been a swimming teacher for 23 years and specialises in baby and pre-school swimming. With 19 years of tutoring experience, she is passionate about encouraging people to learn to swim and be safe in water. She has spoken internationally about the importance of learning to swim within a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment with participants at the centre of the lesson. Kaylë managed a swim school before joining STA in 2012. Recently appointed as the...2024-03-2559 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| Know more, show more and move more' with Natalie WeirWho’s our guest?Natalie Weir is an ardent advocate for physical education and bodily literacy. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Natalie has worked in national sporting bodies, including a twelve-year stint at British Orienteering in positions ranging from sport development to being on the senior leadership team. She is also the Chief Playmaker and mother to two children, whose physical growth and development have further instilled in her the importance of physical activity from a young age. Following this trail, she is currently chasing a PhD at the...2024-03-0457 min
The Primary PE HuddleThe Primary PE Huddle Podcast| How to add that element of excitement? with Hannah Davis, Glenmead Primary SchoolWho is our guest?On our new season of PE Huddle Podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Glenmead Primary School's class teacher and PE Lead, Hannah Davis. Hannah has been teaching for 4 years and has been in the PE Lead position for 3 years, having shadowed and supported the Deputy Head with PE previously. Her background includes obtaining a degree in PE and Sport Studies combined with Childhood and Youth Studies, before completing a SCITT in Primary Teaching. Hannah has a strong passion for sports and PE, enjoying competing in athletics and cross c...2024-02-1352 min
The Primary PE HuddleSeason 3 Finale: The Best Bits!The series 3 finale of The Primary PE Huddle is here and what a series it’s been!For this final episode, we’re taking a look back over the series to bring you the very best insights, advice and words of wisdom. Who’s joined us on the podcast this series?Series 3 has seen us welcome a whole host of experts from the field of primary education: Episode 1: “We don’t move for functional reasons, we move for the joy of it” with Greg Dryer, co-founder and...2022-06-0125 min
The Primary PE HuddleYou’re not on your own, Louisa MulveyThis week on the podcast we’re joined by class teacher and PE Coordinator Louisa Mulvey. Who is Louisa Mulvey?Louisa is a qualified teacher based in Hampshire. Louisa has been working in primary schools since 2014 where her career began on the sunny, leafy side of Wimbledon Village. Louisa spent three years teaching PE exclusively before qualifying in 2017 where she managed the role of class teacher alongside PE coordinator.Louisa’s teaching journey began after graduating university armed with a 2:2 in Sports Science and minimal career advice. During summers Louis...2022-05-0351 min
The Primary PE HuddleMy PE teachers were my heroes, Shaun DowlingThis week on the podcast we welcome United Learning’s Head of Sport Shaun Dowling. Who is Shaun Dowling?Shaun is Head of Sport at United Learning, a national group of primary, secondary and all-through schools across the state and independent sectors. As Head of Sport, Shaun supports Heads of PE and Directors of Sport in further improving the quality of their PE curriculum, school sport programmes and physical activity provision; Shaun ensures they’re using the power of sport to assist young people with their wider educational development.Shaun is a for...2022-04-211h 04
The Primary PE HuddleLet's make learning irresistible, Bryn LlewellynIn the words of a Key Stage 2 pupil, this week’s podcast guest “is a genius”.For episode 3 of The Primary PE Huddle, we welcome Tagtiv8 founder Bryn Llewellyn. Who is Bryn Llewellyn?Bryn worked in multiple UK schools for over 20 years as a teacher and school leader. In 2012, Bryn founded Tagtiv8. His pioneering approach to Physically Active Learning (PAL) provides a valuable and enjoyable alternative to classroom-based learning – crucial when challenging the increasing problem of sedentary lifestyles.Research by Leeds Beckett University demonstrates that Tagtiv8 PAL solutions t...2022-04-1352 min
The Primary PE HuddleOnce you’ve got the ear of SLT, then it’s about delivering on your promises, John HaycockThis week on the podcast we’re joined by primary school PE lead John Haycock. Who is John Haycock?John has been a teacher at Chilcote primary school for 11 years, both as PE and class teacher.Joining the school with a view to take over PE, John completed his NQT and became PE lead in his second year. 10 years on, John’s passion for sport and physical activity combined with his drive has put PE, school sport and physical activity at the heart of school life. W...2022-04-0633 min
The Primary PE HuddleWe don’t move for functional reasons, we move for the joy of it. , Greg DryerThe Primary PE Huddle is back for Series 3 with a whole new host of experts from across the sport and physical activity sector.To kick off the series, we welcome Greg Dryer, co-founder and CEO of miMove. Who is Greg Dryer?Greg is the co-founder and CEO of miMove, the world’s first bespoke app enabling schools to help pupils make physical activity a normal and regular part of their lives. Prior to the creation of miMove, Greg was founder and director of the Centre for Physical Educ...2022-03-301h 12
The Primary PE HuddleEngagement over compliance, Liam Gould and Teresa ShackletonThis week on the podcast we welcome two of the team from Wodensfield Primary School, Deputy Headteacher Liam Gould and PE Lead Teresa Shackleton. Who is Liam Gould?Liam is Deputy Headteacher of Wodensfield Primary School. Liam has over twenty years’ experience working in schools and leadership roles, but his passion has always been in sport and PE. From a young age Liam’s parents provided him with lots of opportunities to play and participate in different sports. Liam’s first official participation in sport was playing for a local junior football...2022-03-2239 min