Physical Education
Physical Education is taught through the use of the Complete PE scheme, which includes all forms of sport and teaches specific physical movement. Children are assessed at their starting point at the beginning of a unit of work. Teachers then plan, differentiate and assess to the needs of the children, before re-assessing their skills at the end of a unit. We provide 2 hours of curriculum PE per week as well as providing 30 minutes of physical activity throughout the school day through our OPAL playground programme. We organise whole school events across the year as house competitions, experience days, sporting events and sports day. A variety of after school clubs support our PE provision.
We have a Gold Award for School Games provision. The School Games, which is funded by Sport England and delivered by the Youth Sport Trust, involves funded School Games Organisers (SGOs) at a local level and Active Partnerships at a county level, working alongside us to create an annual calendar of competitions. The School Games inspires young people to be physically active for life through positive experiences of daily activity and competition.
In PE we follow 6 School Games Values:
- Teamwork – everyone is treated equally, we support and respect our fellow class mates and team mates in order to have fun and achieve. We are positive role models.
- Honesty – We are honest with ourselves and with others. We compete in a fair and honest way.
- Respect – We show respect at all times for each other, for ourselves, for opposition teams, for referees. We show sportsmanship, shake hands with our fellow opponents and support our team mates in a respectful manner.
- Determination – Having the courage to follow our dreams. Having the mental strength, self discipline and determination to overcome obstacles, work towards our goals and work on been the best sportsperson we can be.
- Passion – Giving 100% effort. Competing with your heart and soul and never giving up in adverse times. Been passionate about the sport you play and willing to give 100% to achieve your goals.
- Self Belief– Always believe you can achieve. Having the confidence and self-belief to succeed
PE Progression and Overview
Physical Education in EYFS
The Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and carefully planned provision are designed to support children’s physical development. We offer daily playful opportunities for children to engage in physical activity both in and outdoors. Our children have access to free flow play for sustained periods of time and are encouraged to use our large outdoor environment including our forest school, mud kitchen, play equipment and large sandpit. We access this environment all year round and in all weather conditions to support the development of gross and fine motor control, balance, coordination, confidence and problem solving skills. We explore meditation, yoga, massage and relaxation techniques and share a range of healthy snacks to develop our understanding of the importance of a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
Physical Education in KS1 and KS2.
Please take a look at our PE overview and our progression of skills documents for each of the areas in PE:
KS1 and KS2 had a visit from the local Judo coach, Glynn, from Fij Judo club. He showed the children some of the basic moves of Judo. The children loved it.
Judo
Athletics
- Athletics Progression of Skills for EYFS and KS1
- Athletics Progression of Skills for Lower and Upper KS2
- Athletics Progression of Skills
Dance
- Dance Progression of Skills for EYFS and KS1
- Dance Progression of Skills for Lower and Upper KS2
- Dance Progression of Skills
Gymnastics
Games
- Games Progression of Skills for EYFS and KS1
- Games Progression of Skills for Lower and Upper KS2
- Games Progression of skills
OAA
We work closely with Durham and Chester-le-Street School Sports Partnership to deliver high-quality PE teaching. Coaches regularly come into school to teach and develop staff training and CPD. For more information about the partnership please click here.