AQA A-Level PE: Strategies for Success in the 2026 Exams
Course Code: T0316
£289.00
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Brand-New for 2025, this course is designed to help AQA A-Level PE teachers ensure their students excel in the 2026 exams. The course focuses on addressing the challenges of the AQA specification, refining students’ theoretical understanding, improving practical performance, and preparing them for the NEA and exam components. Teachers will gain practical strategies for planning lessons, guiding assessments, and developing students’ confidence across all aspects of the course.BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
- Gain a thorough understanding of the AQA A-Level PE specification and assessment requirements
- Learn strategies to teach challenging theoretical concepts effectively
- Explore techniques to improve NEA performance and evaluation skills
- Develop methods to support high-performing and struggling students alike
- Take away resources to use in lessons and assessment preparation
PROGRAMME
10.00am Mastering the AQA A-Level PE Specification
- Understanding the key demands of the specification
- Reviewing characteristics of high-grade student work across all components
- Structuring lessons to balance theory, practical, and NEA preparation effectively
10.55am Break
11.15am Teaching Complex Theoretical Content
- Strategies for teaching challenging areas such as biomechanics and energy systems
- Approaches to simplifying complex concepts using diagrams and practical examples
- Embedding exam-style questions into lessons to build analytical and application skills
12.15pm Enhancing NEA and Practical Performance
- Supporting students in producing high-quality NEA analysis and evaluations
- Preparing students for practical assessments: what examiners look for
- Providing feedback and guidance to refine skills and maximise marks
1.00pm Lunch
2.00pm Preparing for Success in the Written Exam
- Teaching students how to approach extended answer questions confidently
- Analysing command words and structuring responses to secure top marks
- Using examiner reports and exemplar work to refine student performance
2.45pm Planning for Long-Term Success
- Structuring the two-year course to build skills and confidence progressively
- Using formative assessments to track progress and intervene effectively
- Supporting all learners, including those aiming for A* grades
3.15pm Final Q&A and Reflection
- Addressing any outstanding challenges or questions
- Sharing key takeaways and next steps for implementation
3.30pm Depart
A-Level - Code: T0316
AQA A-Level PE: Strategies for Success in the 2026 Exams
COURSE LEADER
Ross Howitt is Principal Moderator and Coursework Advisor for a major exam board. He has managed a strong team of teachers in one of the country’s largest and most successful providers of A Level Physical Education and brings a wealth of experience to this course. Ross has a strong reputation for delivering focused and informative INSET courses and is a regular provider of articles and information to a number of educational periodicals. He provides educational consultancy in schools/ colleges around the country.