Welcome to afPE’s ITE Network
Discover How We are Shaping the Future of Physical Education
At the Association for Physical Education (afPE), we are committed to transforming Physical Education by championing and supporting the next generation of Physical Education teachers. We are building a community that will support teachers from the moment they decide to become a teacher and throughout their career. The ITE Network will develop dynamic collaboration with Initial Teacher Education (ITE) providers.
Meet the Team
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Dr Vicky Randall
afPE ITE Lead
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Declan Hamblin
afPE ITE Lead
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Helen Ostell
afPE ITE Lead
Our Vison and Values
PEITE is a fundamental pillar of afPE’s core work. Our ITE strategy sets out three areas of development for 2026-2029, led by the ITE leadership team.
Expand the Reach
Develop the Workforce
Lead the Way
afPE's ITE leadership team will support and empower Physical Education student teachers to be inquisitive, reflective and critical to ensure that all children and young people have access to socially just and inclusive Physical Education experiences.
afPE's ITE network will contribute to future-shaping Physical Education practices utilising evidence informed approaches that promote;
strong subject and pedagogical knowledge
curriculum coherence and alignment
effective use of assessment and responsive teaching
supportive and inclusive practices for all learners
continuous professional development for teacher educators.
afPE’s vision for Physical Education Initial Teacher Education (PEITE), embeds the Association’s core values:
Professionalism
Integrity
Collaboration
Quality
Inclusion
These values inform our decisions and help us to build stronger partnerships that are working to support PEITE.
If you have any comments or ideas about how to grow and support the ITE network, please leave any comments on our PE ITE Support Form
Become part of the ITE Network and an ITE Member
In addition to the existing Library Membership and International HEI Membership packages, from September 2026 we will also be offering a bespoke ITE Membership package for accredited ITE providers.
Our ITE membership is available for accredited ITE providers who run Physical Education courses and/or primary generalist courses leading to QTS and for student teachers/early career teachers (ECTs).
FULL MEMBERSHIP
ITE Provider
Termly newsletter
Regional network meetings
Dedicated ITE network website page
Website resources
Termly events (free)
Publishing opportunities
Discounted annual conference place plus one free student teacher place
Special interest groups
Termly Physical Education Matters (PEM) journal
Safe Practice in Physical Education publication
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Free student teacher membership
Student Teacher ECT
Dedicated ITE network website page
Website resources
Termly events (free)
Publishing opportunities
Discounted annual conference place
Termly Physical Education Matters (PEM) journal
Safe Practice in Physical Education publication
NON-MEMBERS
ITE Provider
Termly newsletter
Regional network meetings
Dedicated ITE network website page
Termly events (paid for)
Publishing opportunities
Student Teacher ECT
Dedicated ITE network website page
Termly events (paid for)
afPE Resources
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Safe Practice in Physical Education
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Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy
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Physical Education Matters
Resource Signposting
Are you responsible for creating module reading and resource lists? Keen to develop your professional knowledge, wanting to connect with subject experts, or inspired by research to inform your practice?
This section has been designed specifically to signpost you to resources, research, and professional networks available that support PEITTE. Whether you are a teacher educator, mentor, or student teacher, you will find curated materials here to bridge the gap between theory and practice.