Physical Education

Physical Education

Intent

At Bretherton Endowed CE Primary School, we believe that high-quality physical education is essential to every child's physical, social, emotional and mental development. Our aim is to develop physically literate pupils who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to lead healthy, active lives both now and in the future.

Through a broad and balanced curriculum, pupils develop fundamental movement skills, physical competence and a growing understanding of how physical activity contributes to overall wellbeing. We strive to provide opportunities for all children to succeed, regardless of starting point, and encourage them to challenge themselves, show resilience and develop positive attitudes towards physical activity.

Our curriculum enables pupils to:

• Develop competence and confidence in a wide range of physical activities.

• Apply skills, tactics and strategies in increasingly challenging situations.

• Build stamina, strength, coordination and control.

• Work collaboratively, demonstrate sportsmanship and develop leadership skills.

• Understand the importance of physical activity for a healthy body and mind.

• Experience enjoyment, achievement and success in PE, sport and physical activity.

We aim to inspire all pupils to view physical activity as an important and enjoyable part of their lives, promoting participation both within and beyond school.

Implementation

Physical Education is taught through a carefully sequenced curriculum that ensures knowledge, skills and vocabulary build progressively from Reception to Year 6. Learning is structured to develop pupils' physical literacy before applying these skills within a range of sporting, competitive and creative contexts.

Our curriculum includes:

• Fundamental Movement Skills

• Gymnastics

• Dance

• Athletics

• Striking and Fielding Games

• Net and Wall Games

• Target Games

• Outdoor Adventurous Activities

• Competitive Sport

Progression is supported through detailed roadmaps which identify the skills, knowledge and vocabulary that pupils are expected to develop throughout their primary education. Subject-specific vocabulary is explicitly taught and revisited to enable pupils to communicate their understanding confidently and accurately.

Teachers use assessment to monitor progress and identify next steps in learning. Lessons provide opportunities for pupils to practise, apply and refine skills while developing teamwork, resilience, leadership and decision-making. We also promote physical activity beyond curriculum lessons through active playtimes, brain breaks, clubs, competitions, Bikeability and wider sporting opportunities.

We are committed to ensuring all pupils can access and participate fully in PE and physical activity, with appropriate support and challenge provided to meet individual needs.

Impact

As a result of our PE curriculum, pupils leave Bretherton with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to participate confidently in a range of physical activities and sports. They demonstrate increasing competence, control and application of skills as they progress through school.

Children are able to:

• Use subject-specific vocabulary accurately when discussing their learning.

• Work effectively as individuals and as part of a team.

• Demonstrate resilience, determination and sportsmanship.

• Understand how physical activity contributes to healthy lifestyles and positive wellbeing.

• Apply skills, tactics and strategies across a range of activities and competitive situations.

The impact of our curriculum is reflected through pupil engagement, participation in clubs and competitions, assessment outcomes, pupil voice and the positive attitudes children demonstrate towards physical activity.

We aim for every child to leave primary school with the confidence, motivation and enthusiasm to remain physically active throughout their lives.