Why physical education? -- How pupils learn and develop -- Appraoaches to the teaching of physical education -- Inclusion in physical education -- Safe practice in physical education -- Developing motor competences -- Developing knowledge, skills and understanding across areas of activity -- Planning the learning experience -- Promoting physical education across the curriculum -- Physical education and the wider community -- Subject leadership in physical education.

Physical education is an important part of the primary curriculum and one that provides unique challenges for those involved with its teaching. This book provides a concise overview of the knowledge, skills and understanding required for the confident teaching of physical education in primary schools.