Intent

Our Physical Education (P.E.) curriculum aims to inspire all pupils to develop a lifelong love of physical activity, sport, and well-being. It focuses on improving physical skills such as coordination, strength, flexibility, and endurance while fostering teamwork, resilience, and leadership. Pupils are encouraged to develop confidence in their abilities, understand the importance of an active lifestyle, and engage in competitive and non-competitive physical activities. The curriculum promotes inclusivity, ensuring all pupils, regardless of ability, have the opportunity to succeed and enjoy physical activity. To further enhance opportunities in P.E. the school offers a range of clubs, enrichments, matches and tournaments. Also, the pupils have access to other sports which they might not be able to experience out of school. 

Implementation

The P.E. curriculum (Striver) is delivered through a balanced program of activities, including:

• Team Games: Pupils develop tactical understanding and skills such as passing, dribbling, and defending through sports like football, netball, and hockey.
• Individual Activities: Pupils enhance coordination, strength, and flexibility through activities like athletics, gymnastics, and dance.
• Outdoor and Adventurous Activities: Pupils participate in problem-solving and collaborative challenges, often during outdoor learning or residential trips.
• Fitness and Health Education: Pupils learn about the importance of physical activity, healthy eating, and mental well-being, integrated into lessons and school-wide initiatives.
• Swimming: Pupils access their swimming lessons through Pools to Schools - a pop-up onsite swimming pool.

Lessons are structured to build progressively on key skills and ensure all pupils are actively involved. A mix of skill-based drills, practice games, and full competitions allow pupils to apply their learning. Regular intra- and inter-school competitions and extracurricular sports clubs provide further opportunities for engagement. 

Impact

By the end of KS2, pupils will demonstrate competence in a broad range of physical activities and have a clear understanding of the benefits of regular exercise for physical and mental health. They will have developed skills in collaboration, leadership, and perseverance through team sports and challenges. Pupils will leave KS2 with the confidence to participate in a variety of sports and physical activities, both competitively and for recreation. They will also have a strong foundation for maintaining an active, healthy lifestyle in secondary school and beyond.