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# Starting GCSE PE can feel like a big step for your students…
Some arrive confident to tackle the theory. Others quickly realise they’re missing the knowledge and understanding, and risk falling behind.
This September, bridge the gap between KS3 and KS4 with **The EverLearner’s Pre-GCSE Course.**
Whether you’re looking to boost uptake, improve results, or save hours of planning, we're here to help.
[Try it for free](https://pages.theeverlearner.com/pre-gcse#preregister)
[Download our KS3 SOW](https://pages.theeverlearner.com/hubfs/FREE%20resources/KS3%20PE%20courses_SOW.pdf)
## Who is the new Pre-GCSE course for?
- **KS3 PE teachers:** who want to introduce theory early, without cutting into limited practical lesson time.
- **KS4 PE teachers:** who want students to start GCSE PE confident, with stronger knowledge foundations.
- **Heads of PE / Curriculum Leads:** who want to boost uptake, improve outcomes and save hours of planning.
### The benefits...
**✔ Increase GCSE uptake:** give your students a taster before choosing the course.
**✔ Raise GCSE exam results:** students begin KS4 with stronger foundations and understanding.
**✔ Save planning and marking time:** with ready-to-use, self-marking resources.
**✔ Smooth the transition:** build confidence in theory throughout KS3.
### When to use it...
- **Year 7–9 lessons:** introduce theory to core PE, without taking up valuable practical time.
- **Homework tasks:** self-marking and trackable, ideal for independent learning.
- **Baseline testing:** spot knowledge gaps before GCSE begins.
- **Transition support:** prepare every student for the step up into KS4.
[Try it for free](https://pages.theeverlearner.com/pre-gcse#preregister)
[Download our KS3 SOW](https://pages.theeverlearner.com/hubfs/FREE%20resources/KS3%20PE%20courses_SOW.pdf)
### How it works...
There is a big jump when it comes to starting GCSE PE, which can come as a shock to some students who may be new to the theoretical side of the subject. How can you, as a PE teacher, prepare your students for this transition?
Our online Pre-GCSE course for KS3, upskills students, creating a strong foundation for GCSE PE so that they begin the course on the right foot.
✔ Fully aligned to cover the main GCSE PE exam boards
✔ Self-marking, trackable, ready-to-go homework assignments
✔ Supports the GCSE options process
# Inside the Pre-GCSE Course…
The EverLearner Platform is a flexible, adaptable and self-paced online learning and revision management system built by PE teachers for PE classrooms. Our courses are designed to work with your existing teaching and delivery style, whether you choose to use our online course as a teaching aid in the classroom, an automated homework tool or a blended-learning platform.
### Tutorial videos taught by industry experts - no need to build resources or lesson plans from scratch
We’ve combined the power of teacher-led lessons with the accessibility and flexibility of online learning. Students can access easily digestible video lessons taught by industry experts, supported with engaging, carefully curated content, all mapped to the GCSE PE specifications.
### Bite-sized quizzes to effectively embed knowledge
Our low, medium and high-stakes quizzing environments enable students to test their knowledge and build confidence in both formative and summative- style assessments. The key to success for sportspeople is meaningful practice. Our platform applies the same principles when it comes to learning PE theory.
### Self-marking homework tasks – easy to set, no teacher input
Our intuitive technology provides students with instant results and feedback, helping them better embed knowledge and prevent misconceptions from occurring.
### Detailed analytics to track learning progress
Our detailed progress tracker enables teachers to see whole- class reports as well as drill down into individual students' progress. Teachers can view everything, from live scores to completion rates, from homework marks to time spent studying.
# We also offer other KS3 courses...
[Find out about our CORE KS3 courses 👉](https://pages.theeverlearner.com/key-stage-3-pe-learning-and-revision-platform-free-trial)
[Find out about our Sports Leadership course 👉](https://pages.theeverlearner.com/sports-leadership)
# What our teachers are saying…
> “We are super excited to implement the new Pre-GCSE content at KS3. We will be utilising a range of The EverLearner resources in sports theory lessons across years 7, 8 and 9 next year. Students will benefit from pre-GCSE content, which will enhance their knowledge and understanding on theoretical content." Nikita Hodgson - Uppingham Community College
> “This sounds fantastic!! We have spent years trying to solve how to deliver initial theory content to KS3 as a preparation for KS4 exam groups without cutting into their one a week practical lesson! Really looking forward to seeing this” Stuart Simmons, PE Lead
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## FAQs
**How long does it take?**
As long as you want. It could be completed as: 3 x 20mins homework each half term, or 2/3 lessons a week in the summer term before GCSEs, or even as one, 6-week unit of work.
**Do I need to pay to try it?**
No, you just need to sign up for a free trial, no bank details required.
**Does it replace my teaching?**
Not at all. It’s designed to support your lessons, not replace them. You stay in control.
**Will it fit into my timetable?**
Yes. Use it flexibly, as starters and plenaries, as homework, or blended throughout your scheme of work.
**Which exam boards is it aligned to?**
The content is fully mapped to all major GCSE PE specifications.
**What about KS4?**
By introducing theory in KS3, your students arrive at KS4 better prepared, more confident, and ready to succeed.
# Teachers, s**tart closing the gap today…**
Support every student to catch up, build confidence and succeed in GCSE PE! Enter your details below and try it for free!
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