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Physical Education
PE Intent
“Physical education is extremely important, especially in primary schools. It lays the foundation for a healthy lifestyle, teaches valuable life skills like teamwork and discipline, and helps children develop confidence and self-esteem through physical activity.” – Serena Williams
At Kenton Primary School, the intent of our Physical Education (PE) curriculum is to provide all pupils with the knowledge, skills, and understanding to lead a healthy, active lifestyle, both now and in the future. We aim to inspire our pupils to become physically literate individuals who enjoy participating in a variety of physical activities and are motivated to continue their involvement beyond their time at our school. The intent of our PE curriculum aligns with the National Curriculum for Physical Education, ensuring that our pupils receive a broad and balanced education in this vital subject. We believe that through high-quality PE provision, we can nurture a love for physical activity and equip our pupils with the skills needed for a lifetime of enjoyment, improved mental well-being, and physical fitness.
PE Implementation
We offer a broad range of activities for our pupils to experience, including both individual and team-based sports, gymnastics, dance, which are taught by specialist teachers as well as class teachers. Our curriculum incorporates traditional and contemporary activities to provide a mix of familiar and new experiences for our pupils. Our PE curriculum emphasizes progression, allowing pupils to develop their skills and understanding at a pace suited to their individual needs. We plan learning opportunities that accommodate different abilities and interests, ensuring that all pupils experience success and challenges appropriate to their level. Our school employs specialist PE teachers who possess the necessary expertise to deliver high-quality lessons. These teachers are trained in the latest teaching methodologies, ensuring our PE provision remains up-to-date and engaging. Regular professional development opportunities are provided to both specialist and non-specialist teachers to enhance their subject knowledge and delivery. We place a strong emphasis on promoting healthy lifestyles and well-being through our PE curriculum. We educate our pupils about the importance of regular physical activity, balanced nutrition, and maintaining positive mental health. We strive to create a positive learning environment where pupils develop confidence, resilience, and good sporting attitudes, fostering a lifelong commitment to physical and mental well-being.
PE Impact
Our aspirational PE provision has a significant impact on our pupils, allowing them to achieve excellent outcomes across a range of areas.
- Our PE curriculum contributes to the holistic development of every child, fostering their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills. Through participation in physical activities, our pupils develop motor skills, coordination, balance, and spatial awareness. They also learn important life skills such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and resilience.
- Regular participation in our PE curriculum improves the overall physical fitness and well-being of our pupils. By engaging in a variety of activities, they develop stamina, strength, agility, and cardiovascular fitness. Our pupils understand the importance of leading an active lifestyle and are motivated to continue pursuing physical activities beyond their time at our school.
- Our engaging and broad PE provision boosts pupil engagement, resulting in increased participation rates in physical activities. Pupils look forward to PE lessons and enjoy the range of activities offered. They develop a positive attitude towards being physically active and are more likely to engage in additional activities and sports outside school hours.
- We ensure that all pupils take part in a range of enrichment events from Trust-wide sports competitions to local and regional opportunities to compete.