Neil Castle

Neil Castle is a Senior Lecturer in Physical Education and Sports and Exercise Sciences at Canterbury Christ Church University, based in the School of Sciences, Psychology, Arts and Humanities, Computing, Engineering and Sports since 2015.

His research and professional interests focus on:

• Physical Education
• Sports Science
• Exercise Science
• Coaching Education
• School Sports Development
• Curriculum Development

With dual UK/US experience spanning over 15 years, Castle drives primary sector physical education advancements through government strategy implementation, funding optimization, and curriculum innovation. His expertise includes designing national school sports frameworks and delivering specialized CPD for educational institutions.

Key professional appointments:

• Ex-secondary Head of PE
• Head of Education and Training for USA's largest coaching organization (6 years)
• Senior Competition Manager for Kent
• Senior School Games Organiser for Kent (coordinating 15 SGOs)
• Partnership Development Manager for Ashford
• Youth Sport Trust Development Coach
• YST National Development Team member

He pioneered the Kent School Games and coordinated one of nine National School Games pilots in 2010. Scientific Awards: None documented.