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Welcome to the PE Insights Podcast, brought to you by the fantastic team at PE Scholar. Conversations about Physical Education with Nathan Walker | @NWalkerPE A podcast for those dedicated to physical education - join the conversation. #PEInsightsPod 🙌🏼🎙️✨ Sponsored by Sports Directory, the leading supplier of PE and sports equipment to schools. If you are interested in coming on the podcast, m... more

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In this episode of the PE Insights Podcast, Nathan visits St George’s Park, the home of English football, for a conversation with Chris Welburn and Chris Brammall from The Football Association.

Both Chris’ are National Development Managers with sign... more

Welcome back to the PE Insights Podcast.

In Episode 81, I’m joined by Jack Harvey. A passionate and well-read voice in Physical Education who is not afraid to challenge the direction of our subject.

This is not a safe conversation.

Jack offers a p... more

Welcome back to the PE Insights Podcast!

After taking a short break due to moving house, my new role and a recent Ofsted visit. We are back with episode 81, and episode 3 of our Exam PE deep dives.

In today's episode, I am joined again by Will Swai... more

In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of examination Physical Education through an honest and practical conversation with James and Wayne — two experienced educators working across different OCR pathways.

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Recent Guests

Jack Harvey
A physically educated professional, widely read and willing to challenge current directions in physical education
Episode: Episode 82 - Jack Harvey - Are we really doing anything new?
Kieran Palmer
PE teacher and NCFE Health and Fitness instructor
NCFE
Episode: Episode 81 - Exam PE Series: Deep Dive 3 - A deep dive into NCFE's Technical Award in Health and Fitness with Kieran Palmer
Wayne Hill
Experienced PE teacher and OCR specs advocate
Episode: Episode 80 - Exam PE Series: Deep Dive 2 - A deep dive into OCR/CNAT Phyiscal Education with Wayne Hill and James Long
James Long
Educator with CNAT and OCR experience
Episode: Episode 80 - Exam PE Series: Deep Dive 2 - A deep dive into OCR/CNAT Phyiscal Education with Wayne Hill and James Long
Jackie Brookes
Main guest, delivers expertise on AQA GCSE PE
PE Scholar; PE Active
Episode: Episode 79 - Exam PE Series: Deep Dive 1 - A deep dive into AQA GCSE Physical Education with Jackie Brookes
Amy Kovic
Head of PE turned Director of Sports at her school
School (unspecified)
Episode: Episode 78 - Amy Kovic - Making Physical Education Meaningful
Emma Hewell
Associate Professor at the University of Northampton, expert in Initial Teacher Education
University of Northampton
Episode: Episode 77 - Dr Emma Whewell - Becoming a PE Teacher: Identity, Power, and Possibility
David Wallace
Primary PE teacher with international experience (Bangkok, Hong Kong)
Associate/Guest on PE Insights Podcast
Episode: Episode 76 - David Wallace - Move to Learn: Primary PE, Inclusion and the International Classroom
David Redfern
Lecturer in initial teacher education and primary physical education at Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University
Episode: Episode 75 - David Redfern - Why Physical Education should be enlightening

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Nathan Walker
Host of PE Insights Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Great podcast

    As someone who provides a product designed to increase activity in schools I find this podcast really useful for understanding the challenges and the fabulous work of PE teachers. We really do have some wonderful teachers in this country! 🌟

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    5
    Susiel x
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Podcast

    Great episode with Dale Sidebottom. My favourite one yet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FIinNS
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great discussion

    A great insight into the lived experience, thoughts and ideas from passionate physical educators and researchers. A must listen for anyone in the PE world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    will swaithes
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great informative series for all PE teachers

    Thought provoking and challenging.

    Enjoying each one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    woz86
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Simon M

    Enjoyable and informative - recommended listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The mung
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the lived-experience perspectives from educators and researchers.
Great insights for PE teachers and school leaders alike; practical and hopeful.
Audience feedback highlights the value of diverse viewpoints and actionable strategies.
The show is a go-to for fresh ideas in curriculum and student engagement in PE.

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Episode 76 - David Wallace - Move to Learn: Primary PE, Inclusion and the International Classroom
Q: How has your view on grouping evolved over the years?
I moved away from purely ability-based grouping to mixed-ability groups with intentional strategies like grouping by birthday month or color-coded teams, ensuring that social dynamics don't marginalize any student and that every child has the opportunity to contribute.
Episode 76 - David Wallace - Move to Learn: Primary PE, Inclusion and the International Classroom
Q: What are your key messages for PE in primary schools?
Every child experiences PE, movement is at the heart of learning, and we should balance physical development with social skills and personal growth, using reflective feedback to ensure all domains (physical, social, cognitive) are valued.
Episode 75 - David Redfern - Why Physical Education should be enlightening
Q: What is your mantra for PE teaching?
Endeavor before achievement, focusing on effort and engagement rather than just outcomes, and recognizing progress and coachability as key indicators of growth.
Episode 75 - David Redfern - Why Physical Education should be enlightening
Q: What are your non-negotiables for positive experiences for all in PE?
The non-negotiables center on creativity, enjoyment, interactivity, and meaningfulness, ensuring activities are engaging and accessible to all students, including those who face initial anxiety or reluctance.
Episode 82 - Jack Harvey - Are we really doing anything new?
Q: What would you like to see more of posted by current physical educators globally, rather than the frustrating things you're seeing currently posted?
I'd like to see more honest personal reflections, data-driven instruction, and explicit details about what actually happened in lessons—including what went wrong and how it was fixed—so the profession can learn and raise standards rather than just showcasing performative success.

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- This show centers on physical education, curriculum development, student engagement, wellbeing, and educator leadership, with guests ranging from PE teachers and school leaders to researchers and authors. Episodes often explore holistic development, trauma-informed practice, inclusivity, and practical methods to make PE more meaningful, engaging, and accessible for diverse learners. The host community emphasizes collaboration, evidence-informed strategies, and real-world classroom impact, making it valuable for PE professionals seeking actionable insights and leadership guidance.

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2. Kieran Palmer
3. Wayne Hill
4. James Long
5. Jackie Brookes
6. Amy Kovic
7. Emma Hewell
8. David Wallace

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