Welcome to Physical Education (PE)
PE develops pupils’ competence and confidence to take part in a range of physical activities that become a central part of their lives, both in and out of school.
PE enables all pupils to enjoy and succeed in many kinds of physical activity. They develop a wide range of skills and the ability to use tactics, strategies and compositional ideas to perform successfully. When they are performing they think about what they are doing, analyse the situation and make decisions. They also reflect on their own and others’ performances and find ways to improve them. As a result, they develop the confidence to take part in different physical activities and learn about the value of healthy, active lifestyles. Discovering what they like to do, what their aptitudes are at school, and how and where to get involved in physical activity, helps them make informed choices about lifelong physical activity.
PE helps pupils develop personally and socially. They work as individuals, in groups and in teams, developing concepts of fairness and of personal and social responsibility. They take on different roles and responsibilities, including leadership, coaching and officiating. Through the range of experiences that PE offers, they learn how to be effective in competitive, creative and challenging situations.
Teachers:
Mr. J Costello - Director of Performing Arts Faculty / PE
Ms. C Callaway - In charge Girls PE / School Sports Co-ordinator
Mr. N Roberts - Teacher of PE
Ms. K Sinfield - Teacher of PE
Key Stage 3 Physical Education:
The study of PE should include activities that cover at least four of the following:
a. outwitting opponents, as in games activities
b. accurate replication of actions, phrases and sequences, as in gymnastic activities
c. exploring and communicating ideas, concepts and emotions, as in dance activities
d. performing at maximum levels in relation to speed, height, distance, strength or accuracy, as in athletic activities
e. identifying and solving problems to overcome challenges of an adventurous nature, as in life saving and personal survival in swimming and outdoor activities
f. exercising safely and effectively to improve health and wellbeing, as in fitness and health activities.
Key Stage 4 Physical Education (GCSE):
Theoretical Component- 40% of total marks. Paper 1- 2 hour GCSE examination consisting of:
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Section A: Health, Fitness and the Factors Affecting Performance
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Section B: Principles of Training
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Section C: Factors Affecting Individual Performance and Participation
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Section D: Social and Cultural Factors Affecting Participation
Practical Component - 60% of total marks – Coursework
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The Effective Performance and Analysis of Games Activities
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Plan, Perform and Evaluate a Health-Related Exercise Programme and
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Four games chosen from at least two of the following games activity areas:
- Invasion Games, Net/Wall Games, Striking/Fielding/Target Games.
PE Kit:
- White polo shirt with school logo
- Black or blue shorts or tracksuit bottoms
- School PE rugby jersey or plain black or blue jumper
- Trainers
- Note – School jumpers or hooded tops are not to be worn (a waterproof jacket may be worn in wet weather)
If your son/daughter is unable to participate in PE due to illness or injury, they are still required to change into their PE kit and will be involved in the lesson by undertaking other roles such as official/leader/observer. Please provide a note in your child’s planner to outline the reason for non-participation.
Revision:
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