Our aim
Children will be encouraged to:
develop their physical competence and be actively involved in a variety of physical
activities which are both informal and formal
achieve their physical potential and develop their self-esteem through the provision
of at least 120 minutes physical activity per week (which would include 2 hours high
quality learning within PE curriculum for all children, per week)
achieve high standards of behaviour creating a safe working environment and in
doing so develop their co-operative, communication and leadership skills
value the benefits of a healthy and balanced lifestyle while at school and throughout
life.
Objectives of Physical Activity
To:
provide an understanding of exercise and health through play, high quality
curriculum provision, out of hours learning
provide a range of play opportunities that encourage and develop active play at
both break-time and lunch-time
provide opportunities in single and mixed gender groups
achieve skills which enable students to continue physical activities in adult life
promote the appreciation of physical movement through observation, analysis and
evaluation
structure problem solving situations encouraging children to work with each other
provide opportunities for participation and on-going professional development
through close links with the local School Sport Partnership
provide competitive opportunities for both teams and individuals to maximise their
physical achievements
promote an awareness of sporting opportunities available within the local
community.