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Trainees report insufficient exposure to the theory and practice of physical literacy, which includes developing movement skills and tactical knowledge, and understanding health for a physically active life. Also, the term “physical literacy” can itself be interpreted in different ways, which can lead to muddled thinking and inconsistent delivery within the curriculum. Many primary teachers report a lack of subject knowledge, which undermines their confidence in planning and delivering PE. The widespread practice of outsourcing PE provision to external sports coaches and companies, while beneficial in itself, significantly reduces the opportunities for trainee teachers to practise teaching PE during their school placements. Trainees often report no opportunity to teach PE at all, as lessons are run by external professionals.