Physical Education

In Key Stage 3 pupils build on and embed the physical development, skills and fundamental principles learned in key stages 1 and 2, becoming more competent, confident and expert in their techniques and learn how to apply them across different sports and physical activities. The National Curriculum is followed throughout Key Stage 3 & 4 which develops pupil’s decision making through having the opportunity to explore a range of tactics and strategies to overcome opponents in direct competition through team and individual games. Pupils also develop technique, analyse performance, take part in OAA, perform dances using a range of movement patterns and have plenty of opportunities to take part in competitive sports through extracurricular teams and activities.

The carefully sequenced curriculum allows pupils to develop fundamental skills which can be transferred to a range of different sports and activities. These key concepts are essential building blocks to allow pupils to develop more complex skills, tactics and strategies. The richness of experiences and learning further allows pupils to develop their independence, personal, social and organsiational skills.

To enhance our curriculum and to embed skills and knowledge developed in lessons, the PE department offers a vast range of sports and activities through extracurricular clubs. Training and fixtures are promoted to all pupils and include, football, rugby, netball, basketball, trampoline, fitness, cricket, athletics, handball, badminton, table tennis, rounders, and dance. Furthermore, to extend pupils’ curiosity for the subject and to enhance their experience of the wider world the PE department offers a range of educational visits and enhancement trips.