MYP Assessment

Newton college follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) which offers an international education designed to enable pupils to develop their knowledge, understanding, attitudes and the skills required to take an active role in an ever-changing world. Physical education and health (PHE) in the MYP is concerned with more than just participating in sports and games. Its primary aims are to encourage the development of "intelligent performers" and to encourage students to understand the importance of a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

The aims of MYP physical and health education are to encourage and enable students to:

• use inquiry to explore physical and health education concepts
• participate effectively in a variety of contexts
• understand the value of physical activity
• achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle
• collaborate and communicate effectively build positive relationships and demonstrate social responsibility
• reflect on their learning experiences.