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PE and Sports

To provide opportunities for all students, regardless of ability, to achieve, develop and excel in a range of different activities.

We aim:

  • To develop an understanding of the importance of exercise in maintaining a healthy life
  • To develop a range of motor skills
  • To develop the appreciation of the concepts of fair play and honest competition
  • To develop the capacity to persevere to achieve success
  • To encourage an intrinsic enjoyment of sport and physical activity
  • To strive to raise the standard of Physical Education and Sport for all our students

Students have 3 x 1-hour Physical Education lessons over the course of two weeks. Students will follow a curriculum, which is broad in breadth and covers a range of individual and team sports for example sports such as football, rugby, netball, basketball, handball, futsal. Students will cover a block of health & fitness every term in order to develop their awareness and understanding of the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle.

All students have 2 x 1 hour Physical Education lessons over the course of two weeks. Again, students have the choice to participate in a range of different activities. The emphasis in Key Stage 4 PE is about engagement, enjoyment and developing those core skills that will be required to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle into adulthood.

The BTEC Level 2 First Award in Sport provides an engaging and stimulating introduction to the world of sport. It will allow students to develop their theoretical knowledge as well as providing a practically based qualification. Students will develop skills such as: Personal development through practical participation and performance in a range of sport and exercise activities. A wider understanding and appreciation of health-related fitness, sport and exercise through a selection of optional specialist units. Communication, planning and team-working skills The opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.