Rachel Ford

PYP Personal, Social and Physical Education Teacher, Hangzhou International School Hangzhou

Rachel has been teaching PE internationally for 10 years. She has dedicated the past six years to immersing herself in Early Years and Primary Physical Education. Through innovative approaches such as story-based learning, concept-based learning, games-based learning, and purposeful play, she has explored diverse teaching methods. Recognising the value in each approach, Rachel is eager to share her fresh perspective on teaching, blending creativity and skill development to engage and inspire young learners. Rachel was previously HoD & DoS at a Bilingual school in Hangzhou, China. Whilst completing her MA Education, she researched the expectations of leaders from her team, with a specific focus on cultural influences. She looks forward to sharing her findings and hopes this may help you in your team dynamics and leadership.

Upcoming Presentations

A Game of Two Halves: Comparing and Contrasting the Expectations of a Director of Sport from British and Chinese-trained PE Teachers in a Bilingual School in Hangzhou, China

Leadership within international education is challenging due to the complexities of cultural differences among staff.

Past Presentations

Once Upon a PE Lesson there was Movement, Language, Laughter and Learning

Embark on a journey that transcends traditional physical education boundaries, where stories come alive through the art of teaching movement and language in harmony.

A Game of Two Halves: Comparing and Contrasting the Expectations of a Director of Sport from British and Chinese-trained PE Teachers in a Bilingual School in Hangzhou, China

This study compares and contrasts the expectations of a Director of Sport (DoS) held by Chinese and British-trained Physical Education (PE) teachers in a bilingual school in Hangzhou, China.

The Storytelling Spectrum: Using Narrative Structures to Unlock Meaning in PE from the Early Years to Upper Elementary

Join us as we explore the magical fusion of narrative and movement, guiding participants through the evolution of storytelling techniques tailored for every grade level in primary PE.

Engaging Learners in Invasion Games: Exploring an Innovative Approach to Planning in Primary School PE

Looking for a fresh approach to improve student motivation and participation in PE? This practical session will explore how you can better engage learners to attain key elements of your curriculum by developing greater tactical, technical and affective skills through Invasion Games.

Toxic Work Places: Surviving, Thriving and Leaving a Legacy

In this session, we will explore the challenges and strategies for navigating toxic workplaces in the field of sports leadership.

10 Sep (Tuesday) - 16:00 - 17:00

Toxic Work Places: Surviving, Thriving and Leaving a Legacy

In this session, we will explore the challenges and strategies for navigating toxic workplaces in the field of sports leadership.

Once Upon a PE Lesson there was Movement, Language, Laughter and Learning.

Embark on a journey that transcends traditional physical education boundaries, where stories come alive through the art of teaching movement and language in harmony.
Pedagogy & Curriculum

The Transfer of Fundamental Movement Skills & Strategic Thinking in Primary PE

This workshop will review the planning and teaching of Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS), looking at how many and which FMS are best learnt using a Game Based Approach.
Pedagogy & Curriculum

The Transfer of Fundamental Movement Skills & Strategic Thinking in Primary PE.

This workshop will review the planning and teaching of Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS), looking at how many and which FMS are best learnt using a Game Based Approach.

15 Sep (Wednesday) - 16:00 - 17:00