Curriculum & Assessment For Coaches

In sport settings, coaches play a vital role in supporting student learning, engagement and wellbeing. While formal teaching qualifications are not expected, developing an understanding of curriculum and assessment can enhance your impact and help you connect more effectively with school priorities. This module provides an accessible introduction to curriculum expectations, learning outcomes and inclusive assessment practices. You will explore how coaching activities can align with curriculum goals, gain insight into what educators look for when assessing learning in physical education, and discover how your coaching can complement broader educational outcomes. The module is designed to build awareness of curriculum links and teaching standards, strengthen your ability to collaborate and co-plan with educators using shared language and goals, introduce key assessment concepts such as formative feedback, progression and inclusive observation strategies, and support respectful, productive partnerships with schools.