‘Exercise is good for your mind, body, and soul.’ – Susie Michelle Cortright (author)
The teaching of Physical Education at Stanbridge Lower is underpinned by the National Curriculum and delivered through termly sport and fitness units from the Primary PE Planning scheme.
In Early Years, children begin to work on their fine and gross motor skills. Throughout the continuous provision, we provide opportunities to climb, balance, work on coordination, move in different ways and develop upper arm strength ready for writing.
In Key Stage One, children begin to master basic movements including running, jumping, throwing and catching as well as developing agility and coordination. Children take part in team games which start to build understanding of sport and the importance in following the rules. They will also perform dances using simple movement patterns.
In Year3 and Year 4, children continue to develop their understanding of tactics, and learn the importance of attacking and defending. They start to understand the competitive element of sport and the vital aspect of team work when playing sport. They improve elements like flexibility and balance through athletics and gymnastics. Children get the opportunity to take part in outdoor adventurous activities to help build independence and communication and will be able to perform dances using a range of movements.
Please see below for an overview of the units taught, the national curriculum coverage and the progression between Year R- Year 4:
PE Whole School Unit Overview & Progression