PE

At Hylands, we have developed a curriculum specifically designed to address the challenges young children face in our rapidly evolving world. Our well-structured PE curriculum aims to counteract the effects of limited physical activity, gender inequalities, poor well-being, and excessive screen time prevalent in society today.

Our goal is to provide a supportive environment and meaningful opportunities for children to:

• Develop and refine physical skills.

• Apply these skills in game and play situations.

• Learn important life skills such as teamwork, social interaction, determination, and resilience.

• Build self-confidence in physical, social, and emotional domains.

• Ensure equal access for all children, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), as well as boys and girls.

• Offer opportunities for regular engagement in physical activity.

• Experience and enjoy a wide range of new sports and extracurricular clubs.

• Participate in twice-weekly, well-planned, and assessed PE lessons, with assessments guiding future learning and ensuring a continual progression in their physical education.

• Take on leadership roles, supporting their peers and younger students in learning, participating in, and enjoying games and sports.

• Engage children from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring inclusive opportunities for all.

Through this approach, we strive to foster a holistic development of our students, helping them thrive in both physical and social aspects of their lives.

PE and Sports at Hylands

At Hylands, we are committed to providing a comprehensive and engaging physical education program that promotes active lifestyles and personal development. Our initiatives include:

• High-Quality PE Lessons – Pupils receive two hours of structured, high-quality PE instruction each week.

• Lunchtime Clubs – A variety of clubs are available for all pupils , including targeted sessions for specific groups.

• Play Leaders – Pupils lead and organise games and activities during lunchtimes to encourage participation and engagement.

• Brain Breaks & Active Blasts – Short physical activity sessions integrated into the school day to enhance learning and well-being.

• Extracurricular Sports Clubs – A mix of staff-led and external provider-run clubs focusing on various sports and skill development.

• Sports Collective – Participation in a range of clubs and events, including:

  • SEND & Aspire Events – Opportunities for children to engage in new sports and activities.

  • Elite Events – Designed for gifted and talented pupils to compete in sport-specific competitions.

• Well School Initiative – Our school actively supports and promotes the Well School framework, emphasising holistic well-being through physical activity.

• Sports Premium – Funding is strategically allocated to support new initiatives and long-term development in PE, sports, and physical activity.

• Annual Sports Day – A highlight of our school calendar, providing every pupil with the opportunity to compete and celebrate physical achievement.

• Sports Ambassadors – Year 5 pupils play a key role in leading and facilitating lunchtime games and activities for their peers.

• Sports Captains & Vice Captains – Selected pupils take on leadership roles, organising and managing intra-school sporting events throughout the summer term.

By fostering a culture of participation, competition, and leadership, we aim to inspire a lifelong love of sport and physical activity among our pupils.