Course Length: Full Year

Teacher in Charge: Richard Beeston (BEE)

In this course, students will explore learning through movement and accepting challenges. The focus is on the contribution of movement to the development of self, others, and society. Learning will take place through sports, games, leadership, adventure, and the outdoor environment.

COURSE COSTS

Students will require a 60-page clearfile, and 1B5 exercise book.

Students will also be expected to pay a course contribution as part of this course.  This covers the cost of offsite activities, and the amount will be confirmed in 2026.

ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE

The following standards will be offered throughout this course:

Achievement Standard 91329 v2 Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity

Internal Assessment, worth 4 credits

Achievement Standard 91330 v3 Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting

Internal Assessment, worth 4 credits

Achievement Standard 91331 v2 Physical Education 2.5 - Examine the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event, a physical activity, or a festival

Internal Assessment, worth 4 credits

Achievement Standard 91333 v3 Physical Education 2.7 - Analyse the application of risk management strategies to a challenging outdoor activity

Internal Assessment, worth 3 credits

Achievement Standard 91328 v2 Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills

Internal Assessment, worth 5 credits

Total credits available for this course: 20 NCEA Level 2 credits

This course is not endorsable