PE
Physical Education
Overview
Physical Education is a fundamental part of the curriculum at BIS with every pupil having two lessons a week with a specialist P.E. teacher. The curriculum covered is broad and balanced allowing pupils to grow physically, mentally and socially. The lessons will develop motor skills, tactics and strategies, assessing performance, and sportsmanship.
Physical Education at BIS allows pupils to learn about a healthy, active lifestyle in a fun and dynamic way, and is delivered through a range of different sports such as basketball, athletics, swimming and outdoor pursuits.
Pupils are encouraged to try new activities and stay as active as possible. There are a large number of clubs on offer to accommodate all age ranges and abilities, focusing on skill development and enjoyment. For our elite athletes we also run a range of squads and teams, giving them the opportunity to play in a competitive environment and with a greater emphasis on performance, whilst still having fun!
As a department we have high expectations, and expect all pupils to participate at all times, and in the appropriate full kit. This includes bringing a hat and water bottle to every lesson.
Aims and Objectives
Aims
Teachers will foster an environment where students are learning the key skills of the lesson whilst being physically and intellectually stimulated in a fun and safe atmosphere.
To implement the above mission statement, the Physical Education at BIS HCMC will encourage students to:
Develop the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions, plan strategies and implement and evaluate actions that promote growth and development, participation in physical activity, fitness, effective relationships, and the safety and health of individuals and groups.
Take an active part in creating environments that support health and participation in physical activity and contribute to community debate and discussion on these issues.
Participation in a range of competitive sports and recreational play to enhance understanding and boost enjoyment of sport.
Develop the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions on nutrition and dietary practices.
Objectives
Emphasis should be not only placed on the actual performance aspect of the subject, but also to teach students the importance of understanding how and why we participate, as well as other roles in sport and not just the performer. This should lead to lifelong participation in a range of sports.
The following requirements apply to the teaching of Physical Education across all classes.
To promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles, pupils are taught:
To be physically active
To adopt the best possible posture and the appropriate use of the body
To engage in activities that develops cardiovascular health, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance
The importance of being healthy, physically, socially and mentally
The increasing need for personal hygiene in relation to vigorous physical activity
To promote healthy decision making with regard to diet and lifestyle practices
To develop positive attitudes, pupils are taught:
To observe the conventions of fair play, honest competition and good sporting behaviour as individual participants, team members and spectators
How to cope with success, failure and limitations in performances
To try hard to consolidate their performances
To be mindful of others and the environment
To ensure safe practice, pupils are taught:
To respond readily to instructions
To recognise and follow relevant rules, laws, codes, etiquette and safety procedures for different activities or events, in practice and during competition
About the safety risks of wearing inappropriate clothing, footwear and jewellery, and why particular clothing, footwear and protection are worn for different activities, being sensitive to the needs of all students
How to lift, carry, place and use equipment safety
To warm up for and recover from exercise
To ensure lifelong participation in sport, pupils are taught or encouraged:
To participate and try a wide range of curricular and extra-curricular activities
To be able to structure their own sporting session, including warm up, main activity and cool down
To be able to structure their own training plan, aiming towards a specific skill or fitness related goal
To be able to not just perform in each sport, but also help with umpiring and coaching in a range of sports
To understand different roles in sport, such as an umpire, coach, nutritionist, masseur, statistician, journalist, psychologist etc.
Curriculum
The linked document below outlines the Physical Education (PE) provision for each year group here at BIS HCMC. Scroll through to find relevant year group.
How your child will be assessed
We assess whether children are meeting or exceeding their age related expectations (AREs) or need extra support in each activity.
Each child’s progress is measured throughout the year using topic specific learning outcomes. These AREs can be accessed on the following document.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
As well as a plethora of Extra-Curricular clubs which have a sport and action focus, FOBISIA Games and the NAE SEA Games also provide us with a competitive element for the year. These events are very time demanding from a child's perspective, but the thrill of competing and representing BIS HCMC overseas make these events hugely popular and incredibly rewarding. Make sure you keep an ear out for the try-outs and get your child involved.
