Beyond the Physical Impact Report 26/27
As schools prepare for another year of change across Physical Education (PE), School Sport and Physical Activity (PESSPA), one thing remains clear: every child deserves access to high-quality PE that builds confidence, develops physical literacy and creates positive lifelong attitudes towards being active.
The New DfE Enrichment Framework
The Department for Education (DfE) has recently introduced its new Enrichment Framework, outlining an ambitious vision to ensure every child benefits from a wide range of enriching experiences throughout their education.
Primary PE and Sport Premium 2026/27
Following the Government’s recent announcement of a £1 billion investment into PE and school sport, schools are now preparing for the biggest shift in funding and support structures since the introduction of the Primary PE and Sport Premium over a decade ago.
Beyond the Physical Assessment now available in Insight
Schools using the Beyond the Physical PE scheme of work can now benefit from an exciting update designed to improve primary PE assessment and curriculum tracking.
Children’s Activity Levels Are Rising
The latest Active Lives Children and Young People Survey (2024–25) from Sport England offers encouraging news: children’s activity levels in England are now the highest since the survey began in 2017–18.
What about now?! Curriculum changes ahead!
In Physical Education, just like in the classroom, children learn best when they revisit, recall, and retrieve key skills, knowledge, and concepts. This approach — known as retrieval practice — is one of the most effective ways to make learning stick and improve long-term progress.
The Big Idea: Making Learning Stick in PE
In Physical Education, just like in the classroom, children learn best when they revisit, recall, and retrieve key skills, knowledge, and concepts. This approach — known as retrieval practice — is one of the most effective ways to make learning stick and improve long-term progress.
Beyond the Physical secures afPE Approval in inaugural Accreditation Round
Beyond the Physical has become one of the first PE scheme providers to achieve afPE Approved Curriculum Resource Accreditation following an independent assessment. Learn how our curriculum drives impact in schools through progression, Physical Literacy, and inclusivity.
Maslow Before Bloom in PE: Why Relationships Come First in Physical Education
At Beyond the Physical, we believe that PE is about more than just movement—it’s about nurturing confidence, connection, and character. That’s why we champion the idea of “Maslow before Bloom”: before children can thrive academically or physically, they must first feel safe, valued, and connected.
Lincoln City Foundation Joins the Grow Together Movement with Beyond the Physical
We’re excited to announce that Lincoln City Foundation has officially joined the Grow Together network as a strategic partner of Beyond the Physical.
TEEMS Confirmed as Official Sponsor for Empowering Excellence in Primary PE – Hong Kong 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that TEEMS Hong Kong will be the official sponsor of our two-day flagship event, Empowering Excellence in Primary PE, taking place on 12–13 September 2025 at Harrow International School Hong Kong.
ACES Education join Beyond the Physical as a Grow Together Partner
We’re delighted to announce that ACES Education have joined Beyond the Physical as an official Grow Together Partner. This partnership brings together two organisations with a shared commitment to delivering physical education that makes a genuine difference in schools and communities.
What the 2025–26 PE and Sport Premium Funding Means for Primary Schools
The 2025–26 Primary PE and Sport Premium funding has been confirmed. Discover what’s new, how schools can maximise impact, and how Beyond the Physical can support strategic planning and delivery.
Beyond Assessment: How Move, Solve, Connect Enhances Holistic PE Development
In physical education, the concept of assessment has evolved. No longer confined to measuring how fast a child can run or how far they can throw, assessment in PE now recognises the importance of holistic development—physical, cognitive, social, and emotional.
Empowering Excellence in PE Event – Hong Kong 2025
We are excited to announce the next stop in our international CPD series: Empowering Excellence in Primary PE will take place in Hong Kong in September 2025. This flagship event is designed for international school educators who are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive,and concept-rich Physical Education in the primary years.
Physical literacy and why it matters in PE
In recent years, physical literacy has become a bit of a buzzword in education and sport. But what does it really mean—and why is it so important in our PE curriculum?
EYFS – Move Play Learn
At Beyond the Physical, our EYFS PE Scheme of Work aligns with the EYFS Framework and Development Matters, ensuring that young children build a strong foundation in movement, communication, and social skills through active play.
Leadership and Playtime Engagement with Beyond the Physical’s Play Leaders Programme
Our Play Leaders Programme provides a framework for pupils to take on leadership roles and create positive, engaging play environments for their peers.
Enhance Your Coaching with the Level 2 Multi-Skills Qualification
Considering developing your coaching practice? Our Level 2 Multi-skills qualification will support you in developing a holistic approach to coaching.
Elevate Your PE Skills with Holistic Development: Free Professional Development Events
Read all about our free PE professional development events and how they can benefit you, your practice and ultimately – your pupils.