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ISSUE 043

PSSP Primary PE Conference 

Friday 12th September 2025 at Plymouth Marjon University is open for bookings: https://www.plymouthssp.co.uk/event-bookings

Details of the day:

  • 9am - Registration/Teas, coffees and pastries
  • 9.30am - Opening of Conference & Keynote Address - we welcome all Headteachers to this along with PE Co-ordinators and any other staff in your school who are interested in the subject area - If you would like to join us for the Keynote, please book here:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G2RSGX5
  • 11am - Workshops start
  • 1pm - Lunch
  • 1-3pm - Workshops continue

Keynote description:

Liz Durden-Myers is a Professor of Physical Literacy and Physical Education at Bath Spa University and a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gloucestershire, UK. She is the former Chair and a Co-Founder of the International Physical Literacy Association, as well as the Co-Founder and Managing Director of PE Scholar. A prominent author, researcher and practitioner, Liz is widely recognised as a leading authority in the field of physical literacy. She completed her PhD under the supervision of Professor Margaret Whitehead, and her work continues to shape and influence global discourse on physical literacy.

In her keynote address Professor Liz Durden-Myers will share a contemporary update on the importance of physical literacy including how the concept is being embraced across the policy landscape and what this means for the future of physical education.

Workshops:-  BOOK HERE

  • Option 1 –- Physical Literacy (Dr Liz Durden-Myers)
  • Option 2 – Stormbreak - Using Movement to Impact Whole School Outcomes (Dr Martin Yelling & Darryl Walsh)
  • Option 3 – Karate in the Community (Karate in the Community)
  • Option 4 – Create & Dance CPD (Royal Ballet)

Digital reporting return - deadline extended 

The DfE would like to thank the many schools that have completed the digital Primary PE and Sport Premium expenditure reporting return. They are aware of the technical issues that some schools experienced prior to the Thursday 31 July deadline and because of this the digital reporting return will be reopened and accessible throughout September 2025. 

On Wednesday 3 September, the DfE will be issuing an update which will go live here.

The reporting return must be completed and submitted to meet the conditions of grant requirements. Existing guidance and support remain in place to aid completion by the new deadline.

World Suicide Prevention day - 10th September 2025

To mark World Suicide Prevention Day, Plymouth are hosting a community-focused event on Tuesday, 10th September, from 9:00am to 2:00pm at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall.

Open to everyone. Free tickets available via Eventbrite (link further down)

Your presence matters.

Let's break the stigma and start the conversation.

Together, we can make a difference.

This will be a chance to come together, raise awareness, and support the incredible work of local organisations including Samaritans, Jeremiah's journey, Kooth, Pete's Dragons, Chronic Pain Coaching (CIC) and LiveWell Southwest. Representatives from these organisations will be available throughout the day to provide further information.

What to Expect:

  • Overview of Plymouth’s Suicide Prevention Strategy
  • Informative stalls from local stakeholders and charities, including bereavement and crisis support and training
  • Insights into the vital work being done around suicide prevention
  • Opportunities to network, ask questions, and connect with support services
  • Resources and information on how to support someone in crisis or get involved

Please note, whilst we will be talking about suicide throughout this event, there will be no talk of methods or specific cases.

Event details:

  • 📍 Venue: Plymouth Methodist Central Hall
  • 🕘 Agenda: 9:00 - 9:30am Tea and Coffee, 9:30-1pm talks and stalls, 1-2pm networking
  • ☕ Refreshments: Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided by the church
  • 🎟️ Open to: Staff, service users, and the general public with Eventbrite ticket

World Suicide Prevention Day 2025: Raising Awareness in Plymouth Tickets, Wed 10 Sep 2025 at 09:30 | Eventbrite

Suicide prevention is a collective responsibility. By engaging with the organisations and people dedicated to mental health and wellbeing, we can each play a part in creating a safer, more supportive Plymouth.

If you are unable to attend the event but would like further resources follow the link tree below for more information.

https://linktr.ee/plymouthsupport

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