Physical Education at Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School

Physical Education Curriculum Intent

Key Stage Three: To develop Physical Literacy through the development of Knowledge, Physical Skills and Character, providing the foundations of a healthy and active lifestyle for all pupils.

 

Key Stage Four: To develop Physical Competency through the development of Knowledge, Physical Skills and Character, whereby pupils develop a healthy relationship with physical activity leading to lifelong participation.

Physical Education Key Concepts and Curriculum

 

Across their time at Cardinal Wiseman, pupils will take part in a range of physical activities in line with the National Curriculum. These activities include invasion games (football, basketball, tag rugby, capture the flag), net, wall and racket games (volleyball, badminton, tennis), striking and fielding (cricket, rounders), athletics, swimming, fitness, outdoor adventurous activities (OAA) and dance.

Physical Education Assessment Criteria

 

Pupils are assessed in a variety of ways in Physical Education. You can find the assessment criteria for each year group here.

 

Physical Education Facilities

 

At Cardinal Wiseman, we have a range of facilities used frequently in PE lessons and for extra-curricular activities.

 

These include;

  • Our Gym

  • Our Field

  • Our Swimming Pool

  • Our Sports Hall

  • Our Multi-Sports Cages

Physical Education KS4 Pathway

 

In addition to Core Physical Education in years 7-11, pupils can choose to study VCERT Health and Fitness in year 10 and 11 as part of their GCSE qualifications.

Below is an outline of the topics covered on the course: NCFE Roadmap

Alongside lessons, pupils use Seneca and PE Classroom to support independent learning as well as revision.

 

Physical Education Extra Curricular Opportunities

 

There are a range of extracurricular opportunities for pupils to get involved with. This includes pupils using the gym, joining football and basketball teams, as well as use of the sports hall for activities such as badminton and multi sports. A full up to date timetable can be found around the PE changing rooms and facilities and is sent home to parents.