Teacher and Coach Development Day

The Teacher and Coach Development Day was hosted by Pocklington School on behalf of England Schools Rugby Union. Sports teachers and coaches from independent and state schools in Yorkshire were invited to attend the event, which was advertised as an inset day for sports personnel.  State schools which attended were:

Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College

Wales High School

Selby High School

 

Aims

The aim of the inset day was to provide career development/learning opportunities for sports coaches and teachers.

Background

The event was organised in association with England Schools Rugby Union who were looking for schools willing to volunteer to host the event. Approximately 20 similar events have been organised throughout the country.

Resources

The event was run from one meeting room, with IT support and stationary. Sports pitches and rugby equipment were also used. Delegates at the event received lunch and tea/coffee.  

Impact

England Schools Rugby Union will collect data from surveys sent to delegates who attended.

Pupil Involvement

Six state school teachers attended the event.

Frequency

It is envisaged that this event will be repeated annually.