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Introduction

This resource is designed to support the teaching and learning of physical education at GCSE level. The resource provides manageable sections of concise theoretical material alongside stimulating images. The aim is to engage students for longer, leading to an enhanced understanding of the subject.


At the heart of the resource is a suite of highly engaging Microsoft® PowerPoint presentations, which cover aspects of:

These areas form the basis of the written examination for most syllabi. There is also guidance on the personal exercise programme (PEP) and other coursework, which make up 60% of the overall qualification.

GCSE Physical Education allows teachers to capitalise on some of the very exciting opportunities that technology presents, utilising a revision-style bullet point format paired with strong visual images to engage today’s students in the learning process.

The materials are designed to support a range of teachers, from experienced heads of department aiming to enrich the curriculum, to NQTs who wish to establish their teaching skills, to non-specialists with little knowledge of the subject but with an enthusiasm and passion for promoting a healthy lifestyle.