This practical session explores effective ways to embed student voice and agency in primary physical education. Discover how to transform your PE lessons into inclusive, student-centered experiences that build ownership, autonomy, and engagement.
Learn how to integrate student-led decision making through activities like game design, choice boards, and peer voting. Explore how student voice can shape your program by using simple surveys, interviews, and “wish walls” to uncover students’ interests and ideas.
We’ll also look at strategies to foster agency and leadership, such as peer teaching, skill clinics, and cross-age mentoring. Gain practical tools to create diverse and inclusive activities, from culturally relevant games to adaptive practices ensuring all students can participate fully.
Finally, discover reflective practices — like journals, feedback sessions, and quick traffic-light or exit ticket check-ins — to help students evaluate their experiences and influence future lessons.
Leave with ready-to-use ideas and resources to give your students a genuine voice in their PE journey, empowering them to take charge of their learning, develop leadership, and enjoy a richer, more meaningful physical education experience.
Understand how to embed student voice and agency in primary PE.
Use practical strategies like game design, choice boards, peer teaching, and inclusive activities.
Gather student input through surveys, interviews, and simple feedback tools.
Adapt lessons to reflect student interests and needs.
Create an environment where students lead, make decisions, and shape their PE experiences.
Foster autonomy, engagement, and ownership so all students feel valued and motivated to participate.