PE

PE Policy 

Our Vision

TEAM

T- Together we build positive relationships with PE

E – Educate the whole child

A – Active throughout the whole lesson

M – Move well and with confidence

Intent

At King’s Court ‘Physical Education’ takes inspiration from Concept PE through A, B, C, D, PE for First Schools and 5 ambitious outcomes for high quality physical education:

Active for sustained periods of time

Build positive relationship with PE/PA & Sport

Competence - able to move well and confident doing so

Develop character, knowledge and understanding through physical activity

5 ambitious outcomes of high-quality physical education for every child:

1. Lead a healthy and active life;

2. Approach competition with confidence;

3. Perform in a broad range of physical activities;

4. Resilient to challenges in physical activity, sport and wider life;

5. Seek enjoyment and fulfilment through movement

Implementation

3 Pillars of Progression in the PE curriculum

Know:  'know what' (declarative knowledge)

Show:  'know how'  (procedural knowledge)

Grow:  'know why' (conditional knowledge)

Progression through the year groups

Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 4-5)

Discovering Movement

Year 1

(ages 5-6)

Exploring Movement

Year 2

(ages 6-7)

Practicing Movement

Year 3

(ages 7-8)

Healthy Achievers

Year 4

(ages 8-9)

Confident Creators

Early years and key stage 1:

Each early years foundation stage (ages 4-5) and key stage 1 (ages 5-7) units of work consist of 9 lessons. Two units of work, work through an immersive story.   The third unit of work focuses on movement vocabulary.

Each unit of work will include:

Dance

Gymnastics

Outdoor Adventurous Activity (OAA)

Multi-activity games-based lessons

Key stage 2:

Each key stage 2 unit of work builds on the concepts taught in key stage 1 and consists of 9 lessons.  After lesson 6, a series of lessons revisit and consolidate key concepts.

Each unit of work will include:

Gym and dance

Invasion Games

Movement skills & Athletics

Net & Wall

Outdoor Adventurous Activity (OAA)

Striking & Fielding

Swimming is taught at Eton College for the children in years 3 and 4. 

Swimming timetable

Autumn term:  Year 4

Spring term:  Year 3

Summer term:  optional additional sessions available for years 3 and 4 to consolidate the learning in the previous terms.

 Assessment Opportunities

TEST

T – Teacher to know if learning has occurred

E – Enable future lesson planning

S – Student to understand their own progress

T – Take learning further and apply (effectively) in other situations

Teacher

• Question and Answer
• Observations
• Formative Informing Summative Assessment

Child

• Self-reflection
• Peer Observations
• Peer discussions and feedback

We would like to Thank Ms. Bryan and all her colleagues at ICTS

On behalf of King's Court First School, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of physical education equipment to our school. Your thoughtful contribution is a testament to your commitment to the well-being and development of our children.

Physical education plays a vital role in promoting a healthy lifestyle and fostering teamwork, discipline, and confidence in our students. Your donation will make a lasting impact by enhancing our PE program and providing our students with the resources they need to engage in meaningful and enjoyable activities.

Your support is not just an investment in equipment but in the future of our children, empowering them to reach their full potential. We are truly fortunate to have community partners like ICTS, who share in our mission to create a nurturing and enriching educational environment.

Once again, thank you for your generosity and support. We look forward to continuing our partnership in the future.  Our Sports Leaders are delighted with the equipment and we will share the good news with the school during assembly.