Marlborough Gardens,
Upminster, Essex,
RM14 1SF
Tel 01708 225684
or 01708 229655
Fax 01708 220232

Curriculum Yearbook

 


Physical Education

Aims for the Year
  • offer every pupil, whatever his/her level of sporting ability, the opportunity to participate
  • create enjoyment and fulfillment through sport both on the sports field or on the sideline
  • encourage the social spirit in Physical Education
  • develop the ability to work successfully as part of a team
  • develop creative and aesthetic experience through movement
  • develop the appreciation of the concepts of fair play, honest competition and good sportsmanship
  • help each student to fulfil their sporting potential
  • promote importance of exercise in maintaining a healthy life.
  • to develop creative and aesthetic experience through movement
What we will do
  • At present all pupils will have at least 1 term covering the following sports: trampolining, swimming, gymnastics, athletics, badminton, basketball, cricket, tennis. Boys will also cover rugby, football, softball and circuit training. Girls will also cover netball, hockey, and rounder's, dance. These lessons will include aspects of health, hygiene, fitness and sportsmanship.
Assessment
  • students’ attainment will take place throughout each sports module

  • assessment will take place in the following areas: acquiring and developing skills; selecting, applying and combining skills; evaluating and improving performance; knowledge and understanding of health and fitness

  • self assessment takes place through the various House and School teams that are organised on behalf of the students

Ways you can help
  • please encourage your son/daughter to take part throughout the curriculum
  • help them with their organisation as some will need up to 3 kits in one day
  • label and name all kit
  • send in a letter if they are unable to participate
Keywords
balance
symmetry
performance

progression
strength
asymmetry
flexion
training
health
tension