The 2026 Primary PE and Physical Activity Conference, organised by Active Kent & Medway will take place on Thursday 26 March, 9:00am – 3:30pm at Kent Event Centre, Detling. This face to face conference provides a chance for primary school teachers, sports deliverers and activity providers across Kent and Medway to come together, hear from leading experts and take away ideas to implement in schools. Schools are able to use their Sports Premium funding to pay for the event and for a substitute teacher to cover a teacher’s absence.
Bookings are now OPEN
REGISTER FOR THE 2026 PRIMARY PE AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CONFERENCE
Keynote Speakers
We’re delighted to confirm that our keynote speakers will be:
- Kate Thornton-Bousfield, CEO, Association for Physical Education (AfPE)
- Emily Reynolds, Children & Young People Director, Youth Sport Trust
Marketplace and Workshops
Delegates will have the opportunity to attend workshops throughout the day as well as a chance to visit the ever popular marketplace to explore products and services that Primary PE and Sport Premium money can be spent on.
Our short film captures highlights of our 2025 Conference:
Charlie Sharp
Assistant Project Officer (Children and Young People)
- Tel: 03000 416031
- Email: charlie.sharp@kent.gov.uk
"I love to stay active by going to the gym during the week and playing football at weekends."
Natalie Harris
Events and Safeguarding Manager
- Tel: 03000 412044
- Email: natalie.harris@kent.gov.uk
Part time - Monday to Friday
"Running, netball and golf are my go-to activities, preferably when the sun is shining! parkrun has been a game changer, keeping me motivated every week."
