Arbroath Academy Progression Planning 2026-2027 - S4 & S5 Pupils - Booking system for PCS Appointments are now OPEN!
Physical Education National, Higher and Advanced Higher
In this course, there will be an emphasis on skills development and learners will be provided with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate movement and performance skills in various team and individual activities.
Learners will also consider the impact of Mental, Emotional, Social and Physical (MESP) factors on performance, and will use
critical thinking and problem solving skills to monitor, record and evaluate these factors in terms of their own personal performance.
Learners will work collaboratively in practical and theory lessons on a weekly basis.
Communication skills are an important feature throughout the course and candidates will be challenged to employ a variety of components independently and as part of a team demonstrating leadership and personal responsibility.
Successful candidates will demonstrate perseverance, responsibility and resilience in areas of attendance, homework and preparation for assessments throughout the course. This will allow them to complete the course assessments which are 50% theory
and 50% practical.