The six-week holidays are over, and many of us are back into routine – whether that means school runs, new classrooms, or simply the return of structure after weeks of summer chaos. Like many families, we tried to make the most of the break. We camped, we adventured, and we finally managed a trip to […]
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Well, the summer holidays are well and truly here — and like many of you, I’m juggling all the things. Two preschoolers at home, part-time work, running Roarsome Sport, and just the general whirlwind of family life. So if things have been a bit quieter around here lately… that’s why! But I’m back now, and
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Every now and then in a Roarsome Sport session, something happens that reminds me exactly why I do what I do. This summer term, I’ve been working with a little girl in one of my school-based sports sessions. She’s autistic and has found joining in very difficult. For weeks, she stood on the sidelines—watching, sometimes
Sometimes, all it takes is a different face… a different voice… a fresh approach.And suddenly, something clicks. I was recently teaching a PE session at a special needs school, and one little girl made me smile and reflect all at once. We were mid-way through the session and I noticed she’d quietly wandered over to
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I want to let you in on a little secret…I wasn’t what you’d call “sporty” at school. Sure, I joined in. I wasn’t one of the kids trying to get out of PE with forged notes from “mum” — but it never really felt like sport was for me. I wasn’t picked for the school
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Progress doesn’t look the same for every child. Especially in the context of SEND, small steps can be profound. This week, I had the privilege of delivering a PE session at a SEND school, working with children with PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties). 🔍 Understanding the SEND Context Children with PMLD often have extremely
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This week marks School Sports Week, a celebration of why daily movement and teamwork belong at the heart of every child’s experience. And it couldn’t come at a better time—especially with the PE & Sport Premium ring-fenced funding confirmed again by the UK government. 🏫 What Is the PE & Sport Premium? The PE &
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If you’ve ever found your child losing focus during a structured activity — or becoming anxious about what’s coming next — you’re not alone. This week, during one of my PE sessions at a local SEND school, I was reminded just how powerful visual supports can be. I’ve been refining the way I structure and
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Starting Saturday 15th June, I’m launching a brand new Roarsome Sport class for 2–4 year olds at Windsor Park Middle School – and I couldn’t be more excited! This new class will run at 11am and is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who are ready to explore movement, build confidence, and have lots of fun
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It’s a bank holiday Monday and we’re heading into half-term – hooray! Whether you’ve got big adventures planned or you’re staying local, it’s a brilliant chance to get the kids moving, exploring, and having fun. Here are a few simple outdoor ideas to try this week, whatever the weather brings: 🌳 Climb a tree –
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