PE & School Sport Conference 2026

Colchester Rugby Club, Raven Park, Cuckoo Farm Way, Colchester, CO4 5YX

This flagship annual conference brings together Primary, Secondary and SEN PE Subject Leads, teaching staff, and Headteachers from across Essex. It offers a valuable opportunity to network with colleagues, share best practice, and gain insight from expert-led workshops designed to support high-quality physical education and school sport.

What to Expect

• Up-to-date insights on the national Curriculum and Assessment Review
• Practical workshops to support the delivery of high-quality PE across all phases
• Opportunities to connect with local and national partners to enhance provision beyond the curriculum
• Time to network and share ideas with peers from across the county

Youth Voice and Leadership

For the third year running, we will welcome a group of young leaders to take part in Active Essex Legacy Leaders training during the conference. Embedding youth voice and ensuring young people are fully engaged in PE and school sport decision-making is vital if we are to meet the needs of this generation.

A passionate advocate for the transformative power of physical education and physical activity for life, Kate began her career as a PE teacher before progressing into senior leadership roles beyond the school setting. She brings extensive experience in leadership and management, financial and strategic planning, bid writing and tendering, sector and political influencing, and national and international partnership working.

Kate is currently leading the national work on the new PE curriculum and will share her insight into the road ahead for PE and school sport, exploring the opportunities this presents for children and young people.