GSSP developing confidence in pe workshop
Date: Tuesday 17th March 2026
Time: 1 – 3pm (12.30pm arrival)
Venue: Shooters Hill, Sixth Form College, SE18 4LD
PE and School Sport Training, Updates and Information
Information to support those less confident in teaching PE to better understand the National Curriculum requirements, skill progressions and inclusion in greater depth to support the delivery of high quality PE, school sport and physical activity.
PE Skills Session (Some practical involvement): There will be practical teaching elements involved in this session. This will involve activities and skill-related drills to help introduce PE and related theoretical topics, so please dress in appropriate clothing and footwear.
Booking Info: GSSP members – Included in annual membership. Please book places onto the course by visiting the 'Booking Form' on the website or by using this direct link to the staff workshop booking form: https://www.greenwichssp.co.uk/form/?pid=8&form=417
GSSP member schools are able to book as many spaces as desired. Please ensure a workshop booking form is completed for each separate staff member attending.
Please email ian.goldsmith@shc.ac.uk if you require booking assistance.
Candidates booked onto the course will be listed on a register at Shooters Hill College front gate, so please ensure you have secured a place on the course at least the day before the event to ensure you are on the candidate list.
Parking: Free parking on roads near the college.
GSSP PRIMARY PE LEAD TEACHER COURSE
Date: Friday 3rd July
Time: 9.30am (Registration); 10am -3pm
Venue: The Boathouse, Danson Road, Bexleyheath, DA6 8HL
Included: Refreshments and lunch (please email if you have any specific dietary requirements / food allergies)
- Choice of practical involvement or observation session
- Handouts, practical advice / guidance, PowerPoint presentation
- GSSP CPD Course Certificate
AM (10am-12pm) – Introduction to Danson Park Adventures, including a sailing experience (choice of practical involvement or observing)
Staff participating – Practical sailing experience which will take place within small groups. This will involve introduction to water sport activities available (including a sailing experience) and the venues availability to local schools for a revisit. Please dress in appropriate clothing and footwear for a sailing experience!
Staff observing – There will be opportunities provided to observe activities and develop an understanding of the benefits that the centre has to offer GSSP schools (all ages and abilities). There will be no physical participation required if you are observing, just an opportunity to watch and take notes.
Lunch @ The Boathouse (12 – 12.45pm) – Food provided, including vegan / vegetarian options. Please email if you have any specific dietary requirements.
PM (12.45pm – 2.30pm) – PE and School Sport Training, Updates and Information
Information to support the development of the of high-quality PE, school sport, physical activity and teaching of physical education.
Booking Info
GSSP members only (included in annual membership). Please book your PE lead staff member(s) by visiting the 'Booking Form' on the website or by using this direct link to the staff workshop booking form: Greenwich School Sport Partnership - GSSP COURSES & Workshops (greenwichssp.co.uk)
Candidates booked onto the course will be listed on a register at the venue reception, so please ensure you have secured a place on the course before the start date to ensure you are on the candidate list.
school games mark workshop (teams)
Date: Monday 18th May 2026
Time: 11.30am - 12.15pm
Venue: Online Teams meeting (link sent via email – please request link by emailing ian.goldsmith@shc.ac.uk if you are interested in attending this workshop).
The School Games Mark is a nationally accredited award designed to provide schools with a government-backed award to publicly demonstrate their level of engagement in PE and school sport.
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If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch via email or visit www.yourschoolgames.com to access the School Games Mark criteria document or any of the other resources available via your dashboard.
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If you are an all-through school and require an offline mark application please request one from info@yourschoolgames.com.
This online School Games Mark Workshop will guide you through the criteria and application process.
If you would prefer a face-to-face own school meeting to help assist you with the application process then please email ian.goldsmith@shc.ac.uk.
gssp own school cpd Opportunities
GSSP members have the opportunity to book CPD at their own school in gymnastics, dance and tennis as part of their GSSP membership. These opportunities are available at no additional cost once you are a GSSP member.
GSSP PE Leads - Please refer to the 'GSSP Support Offer' attachment emailed to you or contact ian.goldsmith@shc.ac.uk for more details.
PRIMARY TEACHER TRAINING COURSE - TENNIS
All teachers who complete the free primary teacher training course will receive an individual resource pack and a £250 voucher (limited to one per school) to spend on equipment, or ten hours of team teaching support from an LTA Accredited Coach.
The course is designed to take 1-1.5 hours and can be run at your own school at a time that suits you and the course deliverer (Twist Fizz).
Please contact Lyndall at Twist Fizz for full details and to enquire about a booking - hello@twistfizz.co.uk
INCLUSION LEad (east London)
If you are interested in inclusion opportunities and training, please see attachment below and for further info contact:
Stephen Peaty - Stephen.Peaty@newhamssp.com
East London Inclusion Lead