Physical Education for the 21st Century
Thank You for 9 Wonderful Years
After nine incredible years, I’ve decided to close 21-PE on 1 December 2025.
This site was initially created to support physical education teachers in bringing the IB PYP curriculum to their classes. Over the years, it’s been inspiring to connect with so many dedicated educators around the world who share a passion for meaningful, student-centered PE.
As I focus on my family and my current role, it feels like the right time to step back and close this chapter. Until then, I invite you to make the most of the resources here—browse, download, and share anything that may continue to support your work. The site will remain fully accessible until 1 December 2025.
I’m deeply grateful to everyone who has visited, shared ideas, and contributed to this community. Your engagement and enthusiasm have made this experience truly rewarding.
Thank you for being part of the journey.
— David Cooney
Explore resources that have been developed to promote inquiry-based practices within the PE setting.
Students engaged in a range of simple games to develop physical, cognitive, and affective skills.
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Explore resources that have been developed to promote inquiry-based practices within the PE setting.
The Problem and The Solution
The problem: I started teaching the Primary Years Program, the PYP, knowing very little about it and I was feeling rather lost. I trawled through countless blogs, websites, books etc. in order to provide the PE experience I was yearning to give my students. The problem is that it took time to do all of that. I felt like I was not giving the best teaching to my students - they deserve it.
The solution: This website is primarily for PE teachers new to the PYP. I don't want you to go through all that extended time picking through multitudes of information, and your students losing out while you do this. This website will give you what you need to quickly set yourself up. Once you have established yourself, build upon what you have learned and create your own teaching identity.
The Reflection: Of course, as teachers we should never stop learning. After lessons I usually ask myself, "how could I have done better?" Research, experiment, evaluate as much as you can - keep that passion to teach alive.
Happy teaching.
