Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plays a crucial role in the education sector, empowering educators with skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in their roles. At Aspire:ED CPD, we are dedicated to fostering an environment of growth and learning by providing an array of CPD opportunities tailored to meet the diverse needs of teachers and coaches. Here, we explore the rich resources available to our members and highlight the value of CPD development.
Why CPD matters?
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, staying updated with the latest teaching methodologies, management strategies, and curriculum enhancements is essential. CPD ensures that educators can:
Remain current: Stay up-to-date with the latest educational trends and best practices.
Develop new skills: Acquire new teaching techniques and tools to enhance classroom efficacy.
Enhance performance: Improve both student outcomes and personal professional satisfaction.
Boost confidence: Gain confidence in implementing innovative approaches and handling classroom challenges.
Our commitment to free resources
At Aspire:ED CPD, we understand the importance of accessible and practical resources for educators. That’s why we offer a variety of free resources to our Aspire:ED members.
Our free resources include:
Inclusive Sports Day
- Plan a circuit-based sports day for all ages and abilities.
- Set throwing, jumping, and running challenges and keep score.
Striking and Fielding
- Knowledge Organiser for KS2 Striking and Fielding.
- Covers key knowledge, vocabulary, physical, social, and emotional skills.
Invasion Games
- Knowledge Organiser for KS2 Invasion Games.
- Covers key knowledge, vocabulary, physical, social, and emotional skills.
Curriculum Impact
- Poster showing the benefits of a powerful physical curriculum.
- Perfect to share with both children and colleagues.
Managing Change
- Guide on managing complex change in a school setting.
- A systematic approach to drive positive change in PE and PESSPA.
English on the Move
- Spellings, homophones, synonyms, and antonyms on the move.
- Festive physically active learning for Years 1 to 6.
Learning Journeys (Reception, Years 1 and 2)
- PE Learning Journeys for Reception, Years 1 and 2.
- Map the knowledge children gain and the terminology used.
Early Years Music
- Wide range of music choices from different genres for Early Years.
- Each track is matched with a fun physical activity for role play.
eBook: Ten Steps
- Based around the Ofsted inspection framework.
- Ten steps to plan, deliver, and measure a physical curriculum.