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S1 /
S2 Core PE
Why We Study
Physical Education
Physical Education is the only subject that focuses
children’s efforts and learning on their body and its physical development.
Evidence indicates that the health and wellbeing of children affect their
ability to achieve and their confidence to learn. When children are fit and
healthy, they are more able to concentrate, learn and do well in school.
The aim of the department is to provide all pupils with
good quality physical education by:
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Offering pupils worthwhile and enjoyable physical
activity experiences
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Meeting the needs of all pupils
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Keeping pupils actively involved for most of the
class time
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Including cooperative and competitive experiences
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Developing pupils’ self confidence
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Helping pupils evaluate their performance
Programme
of
Study
A wide range of activities (taking account of pupil
interests and facilities available) are used to work towards the key areas
of attainment, achievement and aspiration.
Course
Content
The course follows the National Guidelines for
Expressive Arts 5 – 14. Teaching focuses on areas of: skill development;
developing fitness; creating and designing; cooperating, sharing,
communicating and competing; observing, reflecting, describing and
responding.
Assessment
Pupils are assessed in relation to the Attainment
Outcomes and Targets set out in the National Guidelines for Expressive Arts
5 – 14.
Kit
It is
essential that pupils come properly prepared with appropriate kit for
physical education. Even if not fully fit, kit should still be brought so
that pupils can be involved in a relevant aspect of the lesson. |
