afPE National Physical Education & Sport Conference – 4th & 5th July 2012

“Back to our roots – Empowering professionals, maximising impact”

Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire – 4th & 5th July 2012

If there is one event to go to this year – it’s this one!

There is a clear steer that teachers and other support colleagues should be inspirational in delivering a world class curriculum. We therefore need to be creative and innovative to inspire all young people.

This is the conference where you will be able to access cutting edge developments, innovative thinking, developmental resources and discussion. The comprehensive conference programme has been designed to support you in your challenging roles. 

In recognising your limited time and resources, this year, conference spans two full days of inspirational keynotes and interactive workshops and offers reduced fees. 

afPE’s Chair – Eileen Marchant on why you should attend the conference

“In my role as Chair of the Association I have attended a significant number of conferences right across the country both as a delegate, facilitator and speaker. All have provided good professional learning opportunities but without doubt I know that the afPE National Conference is the crème de la crème and one which should not be missed.

It not only provides excellent keynotes, workshops and exhibition but it also draws a wide range of delegates with endless networking opportunities.

I know that budgets are limited but compare the cost of this conference with others and you will realise it is extremely good value for money; don’t hesitate and book your place now.” 

Inspiring Keynote Speakers

Tim Loughton MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Children and Families

Tim Loughton was first elected to Parliament on 1st May 1997 for the new West Sussex constituency of East Worthing and Shoreham.

After a period as PPS to Shadow Chancellor Francis Maude, Tim was promoted to the front bench environment team in February 2000 with responsibility for regeneration, the regions and housing. In September 2001 he was made Shadow Health Minister with mental health, social services and children’s health and social care as part of his brief. In June 2003 he was made Shadow Minister for Children.

Tim’s departmental portfolio includes safeguarding and child protection, social work, children in care and adoption, youth, families with multiple problems, early intervention, and family law.

Paul Dix – Outstanding Discipline in Physical Education

Paul Dix  is a leading voice in Behaviour Management in the UK and internationally.

Paul is behaviour expert for the TES, Teachers TV, Teach Primary, Child Education Plus and Teach Nursery magazines. He is a leading writer for Pearson/Longman with five published titles, a member of the Restraint Accreditation Board advising the Minister for Justice and has presented evidence to the Education Select Committee on behaviour and discipline. He won a National Training Award in 2009 and a Royal Television Society Award in 2011. Paul is a trainer with an exceptional reputation for designing, implementing and sustaining change in behaviour.

Richard McCann – Inspiring Leaders for the Future

Richard McCann was brought up on the ‘At Risk’ register and also spent time with foster families and children’s homes before being brought up by his estranged and often violent father who took away any self esteem that he had.

He experienced drink, drugs, deprivation as well as suicidal thoughts. He left school with no qualifications and after being kicked out of the army for psychological reasons he turned to drugs to ease his depression and finally found himself serving time in prison.

For most there was little hope for him but somehow Richard has become one of the busiest speakers in the UK. Hear how the intervention of one of Richard’s teachers would influence and shape Richard’s life in a way neither of them could have ever comprehended.

Bill Gribble

Bill is a leading expert on behaviour management, renowned for his enthusiastic and engaging INSET

Interactive Learning Sessions and Mini Keynotes

• The power of the 21st Century Curriculum
• Ofsted, exploding the myth, inspiring PE & Sport professionals
• Physical Education: Teaching for Learning, Assessment for Change
• Creating a journey around the world of dance
• Teaching safely –  a common sense approach
• Emerging technologies for the 21st Century Curriculum
• Effective leaders of PE
• Athletics and Athleticism within and beyond the Curriculum
• Same difference: diversity, inclusion and equality

Together with practical sessions on Parkour, Dance, Kinball and many more…. Hurry and book your session choice! 

The Knowledge Hub

Keep up to date with the very latest equipment, technologies and information. This interactive zone features invited exhibitors from across the PE & Sport sector to support you in your role. 

If you wish to join the information area in the Knowledge Hub please contact Sally, 01245 328 777 or email sally@equitycommunications.co.uk 

Networking

An opportunity to discuss and engage in the Physical Education & Sport debate. Meet up with colleagues, make new friends, and interact with key stakeholders. 

Online Booking – Secure your place today!

Online booking is now live and we look forward to seeing you at this year’s most important event.

For more information, including details of the full programme and pricings please click HERE.

If you have any questions or queries, please call Sally on 01245 328 777 or email sally@equitycommunications.co.uk