Key Stage 3 Physical Education

In KS3 Physical Education (PE), students study the following aspects:

• games (tag rugby, contact rugby, netball, badminton, basketball, cricket, football, rounders)
• dance
• gymnastics (this will include trampoline)
• athletics

In lessons we will expect you to:

• participate fully in the different areas of the curriculum
• plan practices and warm-ups
• evaluate your own and others’ work
• lead the warm-up and cool-down
• plan a fitness programme
• show a clear understanding of fitness and health, both now and in the future
• understand the need for rules and the importance of safety in all areas of the curriculum
• show an understanding of teamwork
• demonstrate the ability to show different roles in PE, such as choreographer, umpire / referee or coach

To support the work in lessons we have a variety of clubs (at lunchtime and after school) which everyone can access. Some of the clubs are linked to aspects of games, where you will take part in tournaments and matches against other schools.

Key Stage 4 Physical Education

In Year 10, we shall select students to complete the Short or Full Course GCSE, in which they will study two (Short) or four (Full) practical areas and learn basic theory for a written examination. Across Years 10 and 11 you will study the following:

• Trampoline
• Dance
• Netball
• Badminton
• Aerobics and Fitness
• Weight Training

Throughout the two years, you will have the opportunity to develop skills such as choreography, referee / umpire games and organise tournaments.

The aim of the course is not just to develop skills but to understand the need to maintain fitness both now and in the future.

The Short and Full Course examinations follows the AQA syllabus and the courses are divided into:

60% Practical 40% Theory Examination