Physical Education

Developing Moral Capital

Our Moral capital in PE allows students to have the opportunity to understand how PE can influence their healthy living and lifestyle. In PE we highlight the advantages of health and lifestyle through team sports and health related fitness. At KS3 and KS4 students participate in a range of physical activities.  Part of this participation involves learning the laws and rules of the varying activities. Based on this knowledge students develop decision making skills to enable them to participate effectively. Students learn to deal with the consequences of making decisions which both comply with or break the rules.  Students also undertake the role of an official, in which they have to enforce the rules of an activity. 

When participating in curricular and extracurricular activities, students are expected to participate, adhering to traditional values of fair play and sportsmanship. Students develop their skills in responsibility, self-control and the management of others. 

Developing Social Capital

In PE we aim to inspire the students, develop self-confidence and an ability to recognise their own potential. Students learn a lot about themselves when exposed to challenging and competitive situations.  We encourage the development of determination and a desire to be better through all of the sports we offer.   Students are given regular opportunities for self and peer assessment which allows them to explore their sporting preferences as well as their boundaries, hence recognising their strengths and limitations.  Students are also given the opportunity to develop themselves as leaders (especially at KS4) and become involved with community sporting events, especially in the primary sector.  Students are encouraged to develop their creativity and imagination when performing, whether it’s to complete a dance routine or outwit an opponent in a badminton match.

We are proud that students of all abilities are taught together through PE and students learn to respect different people’s needs, feelings and values.  This has been supported by the development of the inclusion of SEND in lessons.  Across both key stages students work collaboratively building their teamwork skills and ability to problem solve with others. Team sports build effective communication between players and confidence is built as they become effective team members.

Developing Cultural Capital

During Sports lessons the students are exposed to different activities from around the world and teachers draw students attention towards countries that perform on the world stage.  Students are provided with a vast array of opportunities to participate in activities and respond with a willingness to get involved. There are many opportunities for the students to experience healthy competition both intra school and inter school. Extracurricular commitment is also encouraged to develop the students’ skill level.

There is a strong commitment from staff to provide many opportunities for the students to participate in a wide range of sports/activities in a variety of social settings from class, interform, lunch clubs and school competitions. Students are able to cooperate very well with others and resolve conflicts effectively.  

The PE department develops the students’ knowledge of, not only our own countries sporting strengths but also that of other countries. We also host an annual sports day, race for life, rounder’s day and sports presentation every year. Students are willing to participate in Sporting events and compete against each other.  Learning outside the classroom includes a team-building trip to Stubbers.

Developing Knowledge Capital

Our high-quality physical education curriculum inspires all students to succeed and excel in competitive sport and other physically demanding activities. There are always extension activities provided for the most able and all students are encouraged to perform at their best. Students use a range of tactics and strategies to overcome opponents in direct competition through team and individual games [for example, Volleyball, football, netball, Fitness, rounders and rugby.  Students develop techniques and improve their performance in other competitive sports [for example, athletics and badminton].  Students perform dances and develop creativity using advanced dance techniques within a range of dance styles and forms.  Students analyse their performances compared to previous ones and demonstrate improvement to achieve their personal best.

At KS4 this is developed further through providing opportunities for students to coach and officiate activities for younger students. Students are provided with ample opportunity during their lessons to be imaginative and creative and also reflect upon their experiences. 

Developing Community Capital

Opportunities to compete in sport and other activities build character and help to embed values such as fairness and respect. Extracurricular clubs allow students to play against students from diverse backgrounds. By doing so students learn to accept and respect cultural differences. Examples of athletes from different backgrounds to promote elite role models.

Students develop the ability to tell between right and wrong through fair play in sporting events and participating in competitive situations giving pupils a sense of justice and how to respond appropriately when they feel there is an injustice. 

At KS3/4 PE we encourage students to be understanding of the ability of others and the need to be supportive rather than critical when playing as part of a team so that all team members are actively engaged during games.

Physical Education (Core Subject)

Students will study towards a GCSE in Physical Education for 2.5 hours per week. This course is made up of 30% coursework, 10% personal exercise programme & 60% exam. This course is offered for all students who have a keen interest in Physical Education and would like to study the subject at a deeper level. The course consists of theory as well as practical work and entails the study of various sports with special focus in three. 

Sport

Students will study towards a BTEC Level 2 First Award in Sport (equivalent to a GCSE award) for 2.5 hours a week. This course is 75% coursework and 25% exam and is perfect if you enjoy working as part of a group and have great practical skills. As with all Next Generation BTEC’s there is a tough computer based exam on Fitness Testing and an additional 3 further units. These are currently Practical Sports which looks into rules, performance analysis and skill development. Planning and Leading which develops skills to help with coaching. Finally, the development of Personal Fitness unit which will give you information about how to improve your fitness levels, or personally train an individual who wants their fitness to be improved. 

Physical Education

During the course students will discover how we develop physical skills and how we respond to pressure in sporting situations through the study of sports psychology. Students will also investigate the way in which sport has developed since 17th Century up to the current day. Finally, students will be able to appreciate the amazing adaptability of the different body systems, their responses to physical activity and the importance in maintaining a healthy active lifestyle.

The syllabus is based upon the link between the theory and its practical application. This is assessed through three separate written examinations. The second part of the assessment requires students to participate practically in the sport and finally students will have to analyse a sporting performance and repeat back in a coaches’ analysis interview.

Sport & Physical Activity

This course provides a more practical, real-world approach to learning alongside a theoretical background, giving learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment. 

The Sport course covers topics such as Anatomy and Physiology, Sports Coaching and Performance Analysis in Sport.  Pathways also exist to provide a more directed career route. For example, Outdoor and Adventurous Activities, Sports Psychology and Sports Injuries.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods including written assignments based on sporting scenarios, presentations, case studies and practical observations of leadership and performance.  There are two externally assessed units and three internally assessed units. 

Volleyball Academy

The Diploma in Sport Excellence (DISE) is a sports performance programme. It provides a structured training and development route across a number of sports for talented young athletes (aged 16-19), who have a real chance of excelling in their sport. The course will cover topics such as; Career Planning and Finance, Lifestyle and Drugs, Nutrition, Sport Injuries, Health and Safety, Developing Mental Skills, Communication and Media, Technical, Tactical and Physical Skills for Volleyball.

Assessment is carried out by completing portfolio of workbooks, progress reviews and professional discussions throughout the programme.