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Physical Education
Rationale
At Sacred Heart Primary School we are fortunate to have specialist PE coaches and a PE coordinator who has studied Physical and Adventure Education at degree level. This expertise greatly enhances our provision in the PE curriculum as well as continuing professional development of teaching staff. All classes partake in at least 2 hours per week of physical activity during curriculum time. (The Department of Education recommends at least 90 minutes per week.)
Aims
- to be able to swim at least 25 metres before the end of Year 6 and how to be safe in and around water
- to practise skills in a wide range of activities, alone, in small group and in team situations
- to develop healthy, resilient and enthusiastic children for physical activities
- to apply skills learnt to attain higher levels of performance
- to learn about the benefits of and maintain a healthy lifestyle by exercising regularly, being able to remain physically active for a sustained period of time and being aware of risks to health (dangers of drugs, alcohol and lack of exercise)
- to access and experience as many different facets of physical activity as possible in their school life
- to become well-rounded, creative and responsible young people
- to develop techniques and strategies to improve their own and others' performance
- to be encouraged in becoming excellent young leaders, organising and officiating and evaluating what needs to be done to improve
- to be good role models, be able to work independently, motivating and showing a positive sporting attitude to others
- to fulfil their own potential through self-belief
- to further increase their level of performance in extra-curricular activities and to encourage participation in competitive sport in the local area
Policy Links
The PE policy links to English, Maths, Geography, Science, Computing and PSHE/RSE.
Roles and Responsibilities
The PE Leader is responsible for
- Preparing policy documents, curriculum, overviews and schemes of work for the subject.
- Keep staff informed through staff meetings, INSET and opportunities for PE available to the school.
- Monitoring the learning and teaching of PE, providing support for staff where necessary.
- Ensuring the continuity and progression from year to year.
- Supporting staff in the delivery of the curriculum.
- Audit and develop resources, check stock of equipment, request and budget for new equipment.
- Collate assessment data and set new priorities for the development of PE in subsequent years.
- Inform class teachers of learning in PE lessons delivered by other teachers
The Teacher will be responsible for
- Acting with accordance to this policy.
- Leading by example and be a positive role model.
- Ensuring progression of pupils’ skills, with due regard to the National Curriculum.
- Planning lessons effectively, ensuring a range of teaching methods are used to cover the content of the National Curriculum.
- Liaising with the subject leader about key topics, resources and support needed for individual pupils.
- Monitoring the progression of pupils in their class and reporting on this to parents annually.
- Report any concerns regarding the teaching of PE to the subject leader or member of SLT.
- Undertake any training necessary to effectively teach the subject.
The pupil will
- Take responsibility for their own actions and performance.
- Be dressed in PE kit suitable for the activity and/or weather: white t-shirt, blue shorts and trainers/pumps in the summer, with navy blue tracksuit bottoms and top/jumper for winter all of which are available with school badge at the school office. School uniform will not be worn and spare kit can be provided.
- Not wear earrings on the day of PE lessons.
- Participate to the best of their ability.
Assessment of PE
Assessment of PE will be ongoing throughout each topic and half term. Staff will use this information to plan future lessons and provide appropriate challenge. Staff will use O-Track to record formative assessments. Children will be assessed against a series of objectives which the teacher will mark once they have been taught.
Cross-Curricular Links
PE supports all areas of the curriculum. In Maths, children are counting, scoring, assessing angles, measuring distances, problem-solving, working in grouping and symmetry/asymmetry in Dance. In English, children use appropriate vocabulary for performance, evaluation and coaching as well as describing movement and performance. In Science, children investigate the changes in their bodies when performing, how muscles work in the human body and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle for effective physical activity. In PSHE/RSE, children learn how to work with others effectively, well-being and mindfulness in Yoga, managing emotions, empathising and sharing fairly during games and in Outdoor & Adventurous Activities. In Music, children learn to count beats, select appropriate actions for moods and the dynamics of music in Dance and Movement. In Computing, children use various technology (stopwatches, I-pads, etc.) to record performances to assess and improve. In Geography, children learn compass points and direction through orienteering skills in Outdoor & Adventurous Activities. In History, children learn of the traditions of sport and cultural investigations with various sports.
Equal Opportunities
All children regardless of gender, race, culture, background, ability and identity have an entitlement to PE at an appropriate level. Children should experience success by being taught to their ability in PE.
Inclusion (Supporting children with SEND)
Children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities will be differentiated for and supported to ensure their skills can develop to access the PE curriculum at an appropriate level. PE is a subject in which all children can find success and express themselves.
Resources
Resources are stored in the PE Store in the hall and around the hall.
Breakfast, Lunchtime and After School Clubs
Throughout the year, Sacred Heart provides a number of activities that all children are welcome to attend. Many lunchtime clubs are used in preparation to play in inter-school competitions in the borough.
Breakfast clubs for Football and Dance were introduced in 2017.
Teaching staff and Premier Sport coaches organise and supervise these lunchtime and after school clubs to prepare for festivals and competitions organised by our local consortium Leigh, Lowton & Golborne and also Wigan East events organised by our School Sports Games Organiser:
KS1:
Football
Fencing
Archery
Tag Rugby League
Dodgeball
Boccia
Athletics
Orienteering
Multi-skills
Just Join In (Inclusion) Days
KS2:
Football
Girls Football
Rugby League
Tag Rugby League
Pop Lacrosse
Netball
High 5s Netball
Basketball
Hockey Quiksticks
Dodgeball
Cross Country
Boxing
Rounders
Orienteering
Cricket
Athletics
New Age Curling
Volleyball
Tri-Golf
Just Join In (Inclusion) Days
Play Leaders
Y6 children apply to be play leaders organising and providing activities for KS1 during lunchtimes Monday to Thursday. This helps Y6 play leaders to become more independent and responsible. On Friday lunchtimes, KS1 children are encouraged to play games independently using the games play leaders have introduced.
Y2 children are chosen to take on the role of play leading during playtimes Monday to Friday for EYFS and Y1 children.
Seasonal Events
All children take part in seasonal events to promote healthy lifestyles. Before Christmas, there is the Santa Dash. In autumn, children take on orienteering challenges based on Hallowe’en.
In summer, the whole school takes part in Sports Day at Leigh Harriers.
Good To Be Me Day also offers physical and mental challenges for the whole school.
Groups are targeted in discussion with class teachers to develop well-being and self-confidence with David Morris of Become A Champion using boxing skills as a foundation. Other groups are further supported using specific teambuilding activities to promote cooperation and social skills.
Visiting Providers
We enhance our PE curriculum with visits from outside agencies such as Wigan Warriors, Leigh Centurions, Wigan Borough Be Well and Lancashire County Cricket Club adding specialised coaching to skills as well as signposting children to local clubs.
Date: May 2022
Review Date: May 2024
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