Why do we learn physical education?
Physical education is so much more than developing physical skills and competence in a series of sports. It can develop life skills and wellbeing. We want to have students who excel in physical education and sport, providing opportunities for them to compete, build character and help to embed values such as resilience, commitment, fairness and respect.
We believe that our curriculum can inspire students to succeed in physical activity and sport, acquiring the knowledge and skills to be physically active and healthy for life in the 21st century’.
Head of Department
Mr P Blake
Our approach
What drives the curriculum is students having the practical skills to be able to succeed in sport or physical activity they are participating in. By the end of KS3 we want students to understand what makes a performance effective and how to apply these principles to their work. They should develop the confidence and interest to get involved in exercise, sports and activities out of school, and understand and apply the long-term health benefits of physical activity.
Year 7
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Students take part in baseline testing to assess their current level of fitness and direct them to the appropriate groups and extracurricular clubs They take part in 3 activities; Rugby Basketball Table Tennis Along side this they will learn how to prepare for exercise effectively. |
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They take part in 2 activities; Gymnastics – Trampolining, Vaulting and Floor Athletics – Throwing, Running and Jumping Along side this they will learn the components and functions of the Skeletal System. |
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They take part in 2 activities; Athletics – Throwing, Running and Jumping Striking and Fielding Games – Rounders & Cricket Along side this they will learn the components and functions of the Muscular System. |
All Year 7 subjects Next Year 7 Subject - Personal Development
Year 8
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Students take part in baseline testing to assess their current level of fitness and direct them to the appropriate groups and extracurricular club They take part in 3 activities; Rugby Basketball Table Tennis Along side this they will learn the components of physical fitness. |
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They take part in 2 activities; Gymnastics – Trampolining, Vaulting and Floor Athletics – Throwing, Running and Jumping Along side this they will learn the components of Skill related fitness |
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They take part in 2 activities; Athletics – Throwing, Running and Jumping Striking and Fielding Games – Rounders & Cricket Along side this they will learn the components and functions of the Cardiovascular system |
All Year 8 subjects Next Year 8 Subject - Personal Development
Year 9
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Students take part in baseline testing to assess their current level of fitness and direct them to the appropriate groups and extracurricular clubs They take part in 3 activities; Rugby Basketball Table Tennis Along side this they will learn the components and function of the respiratory system. |
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They take part in 3 activities; Volleyball Rugby Athletics – Throwing, Running and Jumping Along side this they will learn the FITT Principle of training. |
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They take part in 2 activities; Athletics – Throwing, Running and Jumping Striking and Fielding Games – Rounders & Cricket Along side this they will learn the principles of training. |
All Year 9 subjects Next Year 9 Subject - Personal Development
Year 10
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| Assessed through written coursework and set assignments based on research and practical work conducted. |
All Year 10 subjects Next Year 10 Subject - Personal Development
Year 11
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Reducing the Risk of Injury
Sports Nutrition
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Written Exam completed in January of Year 11 Written coursework and set assignments based on research conducted. |
All Year 11 subjects Next Year 11 Subject - Personal Development