Sara Al-Naimi
Doha · QA
Mathematics · IGCSE
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IB MYP PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION
IB MYP Physical and Health Education tutors who get criterion-based assessment right.
Live 1:1 sessions built around MYP PHE criteria A to D, from movement competence to reflecting on health literacy and social responsibility in physical contexts.
- Tutors with MYP PHE teaching experience and a relevant degree
- Sessions aligned to all four assessment criteria: A, B, C, and D
- Matched to your child in under 10 minutes
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MYP PHE — Criteria A to D
Four criteria. One framework for healthy, active living that demands more than physical skill.
MYP Physical and Health Education is assessed across four criteria: Knowing and Understanding, Planning for Performance, Applying and Performing, and Reflecting and Improving Performance. Students must demonstrate both theoretical knowledge and practical application across all MYP year levels.
Criterion A — Knowing and Understanding: health and movement concepts, energy systems, training principles
Criterion B — Planning for Performance: designing and justifying personal performance improvement plans
Criterion C — Applying and Performing: executing movement skills, strategies, and techniques in real contexts
Criterion D — Reflecting and Improving Performance: evaluating performance data and setting evidence-based goals
MYP PHE Subjects and Related Areas We Cover
Talimat tutors support students across all MYP PHE strands, from individual performance sports to health literacy and interdisciplinary wellness units.
Movement Composition
Individual Performance Sports
Team Performance Sports
Health Literacy and Well-being
Outdoor and Adventure Activities
Training and Exercise Science
Nutrition and Lifestyle
Interdisciplinary PHE Units
+ additional MYP PHE units and school-specific contexts available on request.
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Understanding the IB MYP Grading System
The IB MYP uses a 1 to 7 grading scale per subject, with 7 as the highest achievement level. Final grades are derived from criterion-based assessment tasks set and marked by the school.
Top Performers - Grade 7 Award
A Grade 7 in MYP PHE requires consistent excellence across all four criteria, demonstrating sophisticated movement knowledge, planning, performance, and reflective evaluation.
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Excellent achievement across all criteria100%
6
Very good, consistent performance85%
5
Good understanding with minor gaps71%
4
Satisfactory achievement overall57%
3
Limited achievement shown43%
2
Very limited understanding demonstrated29%
1
Minimal achievement at this level14%
The grading scale shown reflects the IB MYP 1 to 7 framework and may differ from other IB or non-IB programmes. Speak to your Academic Consultant for guidance specific to your school's assessment approach.
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Why MYP PHE is harder than it looks to score well in
MYP Physical and Health Education is unique because students must perform physically and think critically at the same time. This explainer covers what makes Criterion B planning tasks and Criterion D reflections the most commonly dropped marks, and how a specialist tutor changes that.
MYP PHE is not simply a physical activity class. Students are assessed on four distinct criteria, each requiring different skills. Criterion A tests conceptual knowledge of health, training systems, and movement principles. Criterion B requires students to design a justified performance improvement plan, which many students struggle with because it demands scientific reasoning, not just effort.
Criterion C is the performance strand, where students demonstrate movement skills, tactical awareness, or compositional quality in a chosen activity. Criterion D asks students to reflect honestly on their performance using evidence, such as video analysis, fitness data, or peer feedback, and to set specific, measurable improvement goals.
For families across the Gulf, many IB World Schools assess PHE internally, meaning the quality of a student's written tasks, particularly planning and reflection, carries significant weight in the final grade. A tutor who understands the MYP PHE criteria can help students structure their Criterion B plans with the correct IB command terms and ensure their Criterion D reflections go beyond description to genuine evaluation.
Key takeaways
- Criterion B plans must justify training methods using movement science, not just describe activities
- Criterion D reflections require evidence-based evaluation, not a simple summary of what happened
- Most marks are lost in written tasks, not in physical performance itself
- A specialist tutor aligns sessions to your school's specific unit and assessment task
- MYP PHE grades contribute directly to your child's MYP certificate and DP readiness
How Our MYP PHE Tutoring Works
Every session is live, 1:1, and built around your child's current MYP PHE unit, assessment task, and target criteria. Here is what to expect from Day 1.
10 min
Average Tutor Match Time
From enquiry to confirmed booking
Matched to your MYP year and unit
Tell us your unit focus
Share your child's current MYP PHE unit, assessment task, and the criteria they are working on. We match them to a tutor with direct experience in that area.
Meet your matched tutor
Your tutor reviews your child's school materials, unit planner, and any existing draft work before the first session, so no time is wasted on orientation.
Work through the criteria
Sessions are structured around the specific criterion your child needs most, whether that is writing a Criterion B performance plan or improving a Criterion D evaluative reflection.
Track progress with your consultant
Your assigned Academic Consultant monitors session progress, reviews tutor notes, and checks in with you regularly so you always know where your child stands.
Results Our MYP PHE Students Achieve
Here is what consistent, criterion-focused 1:1 support looks like in practice for MYP PHE students across the Gulf.
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Tutoring hours delivered across all subjects and year levels
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Vetted tutors available across MYP subject groups right now
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Average Trustpilot rating from verified parent and student reviews
Rated by real families
10+
Countries where Talimat students are currently being supported
Gulf region and beyond
Student Reviews
What MYP PHE Families Say About Talimat
Hear from students and parents who have seen real improvement in MYP Physical and Health Education through live 1:1 tutoring.
Book a Free Trial“My son had no idea how to structure his Criterion B performance plan until his Talimat tutor walked him through it step by step. The difference in his written work was immediate and his teacher noticed straightaway.”
Rania Al-Farsi
Muscat, Oman
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SUPPORT BY MYP YEAR LEVEL
Find Your MYP PHE Tutor by Year Group
Support is available for all five MYP year levels, tailored to your child's current unit, assessment task, and target criteria.
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MYP Years 1-2 (Grades 6-7)
Building foundational movement vocabulary and Criterion A knowledge of health and activity concepts.
Start Here/ib-myp-tutors/physical-health-education/years-3-4MYP Years 3-4 (Grades 8-9)
Developing Criterion B planning skills and applying training principles to personal performance contexts.
Start Here/ib-myp-tutors/physical-health-education/year-5MYP Year 5 (Grade 10)
Preparing for eAssessment-style tasks and strengthening Criterion D reflective evaluation for final MYP grades.
Start HereMYP PHE TUTORING — YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Everything parents ask about MYP PHE tuition.
From criterion marking to session scheduling, here are the answers families ask before booking.
What exactly does an MYP PHE tutor help with?
MYP PHE tutors support both the practical and written components of the subject. That means helping students structure Criterion B performance plans, write evidence-based Criterion D reflections, and understand health and movement concepts tested in Criterion A tasks.
My child is good at sport but struggles with the written tasks. Can you help?
Yes, and this is one of the most common reasons families come to us. Strong physical performers often lose marks in planning and reflection tasks. A specialist tutor works specifically on the IB command terms and analytical writing skills these criteria require.
How do sessions work for a subject like PHE, which is largely practical?
Sessions are conducted online and focus on the assessed components of MYP PHE: written performance plans, reflective evaluations, and conceptual knowledge. Tutors can also review video recordings of practical performances when your school permits, to support Criterion C feedback.
Which MYP year levels do you support?
Talimat supports students across all five MYP year levels, from Year 1 (Grade 6) through to Year 5 (Grade 10), including students preparing for MYP eAssessment.
Can a tutor work with the specific unit planner my school uses?
Yes. Our tutors ask for your child's unit planner and current assessment task before the first session, so support is aligned to your school's exact inquiry questions and assessment criteria weighting.
How quickly can my child start?
Most families are matched with a suitable MYP PHE tutor in under 10 minutes. Sessions are available Monday to Saturday during Gulf Standard Time, and your Academic Consultant manages the scheduling from day one.
Does Talimat offer a free trial session?
Yes. Every new student receives a free trial session with no payment required and no commitment to continue. Use the booking form on this page to claim yours.
How is MYP PHE different from a standard PE class, and why does it need a specialist tutor?
MYP PHE is a concept-driven, criterion-assessed subject that requires students to connect physical activity to broader health principles and reflect analytically on their performance. A tutor with MYP PHE expertise understands the inquiry-based framework and can help students articulate the connections the criteria demand.
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Sarah Al-Rashid
IB MYP PHE Specialist, BSc Sports Science, PGCE Physical Education
Sarah Al-Rashid has over nine years of experience teaching Physical and Health Education within the IB Middle Years Programme at international schools across the UAE and Qatar. She holds a BSc in Sports Science and a PGCE in Physical Education, and has served as an MYP PHE moderator, giving her direct insight into how schools apply criterion-based assessment to both written and practical components. Sarah has supported students from Year 1 through to Year 5 eAssessment preparation and contributes to Talimat's MYP PHE curriculum review process.
Try a Free IB MYP PHE Session Today
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What Your Free MYP PHE Trial Includes
No payment, no commitment. Just a genuine session with a specialist who knows the MYP PHE criteria inside out.
- Assessment of your child's current MYP PHE unit and criteria gaps
- Introduction to Talimat's live online learning platform
- A sample session focused on your child's weakest criterion
- Answers to all your questions from your Academic Consultant
Limited Availability
Free trial spots for MYP PHE are limited each week. Secure your child's session now and receive a personalised criterion review at no cost.