What will this subject enable me to do?
In Physical Education lessons we strive for pupils to develop their confidence and team working skills by taking part in a variety of different physical activities. In addition to this, we learn about the value of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. In lessons, pupils will experience individual and team activities.
Not only do they take part in the lessons as a competitor but they can also take on the role of an official. Pupils in lessons learn how to overcome obstacles and challenges, as well as sometimes overcoming their fears. Regardless of their level of ability they will feel comfortable in the PE Department as every child matters.
Throughout KS3 and KS4, pupils will experience the following activities: Aerobics, Athletics, Basketball, Badminton, Handball, Cricket, Fitness, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Netball, Teambuilding/Problem Solving, Rounders, Softball, Rugby and Tennis.
We also offer an extensive list of extra-curricular activities to further develop the skills learnt in lessons, with many activities having transferable skills.Extra-curricular activities take place after school and are available to all.
Department Staff
A Heathcote
L Bacon
R Clay
K Cohen
T Holmes
K Power
J Jennings
S Ledger
Keystage 3
In Year 7 and 8 most students will be taught at least 10 activities over the two years in Key Stage 3. Students will be taught the skills and techniques involved in each activity along with the rules and regulations and how to apply effective tactical decisions in games activities.
| Unit | Skills | Assessment |
| Team Sports | Football, Rugby, Handball, Netball, Basketball, Hockey, Cricket, Rounders, softball | Formative Assessment |
| Individual Sports | Badminton, Tennis, Table Tennis, | Formative Assessment |
| Performance & Aesthetic Activities | Gymnastics, Athletics | Formative Assessment |
| Healthy Active Lifestyles | Fitness and Boxercise | Formative Assessment |
Extra- Curricular Clubs and Teams
Students will have the opportunity to take part in several clubs and teams throughout each week, regular practices include girls football, basketball, rounders and netball, for the boys there are regular sessions for rugby, football, tennis and basketball. The PE Department also run teams for several other sports throughout the year.
Keystage 4
Homework and support Homework will be set and will comprise of theory revision and exam questions. Students will be given a formal assessment at the end of each sub-topic.
Students can study EDEXCEL GCSE Physical Education.
| Unit | Content | Assessment |
| 1 | Fitness and Body Systems - Applied anatomy and physiology - Movement Analysis - Physical Training | 1.5 hour Exam |
| 2 | Health & Performance Health fitness and wellbeing Sport psychology Sociocultural influences | 1 hour Exam |
| 3 | Personal Exercise Programme Program design Completion of program Evaluation of results | Written Coursework |
| 4 | Practical Performance Team Sports Individual Sports | 3 Live Performances (at least one team and one individual Sport) Internal and External assessment |
Students can also study EDEXCEL BTEC Tech Award in Sport
| Unit | Content | Assessment |
| 1 | Preparing participants to take part in Physical Activities | Combination of written assignments and Practical Performances. |
| 2 | Taking part and improving other participants performance | Combination of written assignments and Practical Performances. |
| 3 | Developing Fitness to improve performance | Written Exam in Year 11 |
Keystage 5
Homework and support Students are expected to work independently in their free time for the duration of this course, revision sessions will also take place leading up to the exam.
Students will study BTEC National Diploma in Sport or BTEC extended certificate in Sport over Years 12 and 13.
| Unit | Content | Assessment |
| Extended Certificate | ||
| 1 | Anatomy and Physiology | Examination |
| 2 | Fitness Training | Synopsis |
| 3 | Professional Development in the Sports Industry | Written Assignments |
| 4 | Sports Leadership | Written Assignments |
| National Diploma | ||
| 1 | Anatomy and Physiology | Examination |
| 2 | Fitness Training | Synopsis |
| 3 | Professional Development in the Sports Industry | Written Assignments |
| 4 | Sports Leadership | Written Assignments |
| 6 | Technical and Tactical demands in Sport | Written Assignments |
| 22 | Investigating business in the sports industry | Synopsis |
| 23 | Skill Acquisition | Written Assignments |
| 25 | Rules, regulations and officiating | Written Assignments |
| 7 | Practical Sport | Written Assignments |