Physical Education at Oldfield
The Physical Education (PE) Curriculum at Oldfield follows the National Curriculum, aiming to inspire all pupils to enjoy, succeed, and excel in physical activity. It develops pupils' physical literacy, skills, and confidence, promoting a healthy, active lifestyle while fostering teamwork, resilience, and fair play.
Aims of the PE Curriculum
The curriculum ensures that all pupils:
Develop fundamental movement skills, including agility, balance, and coordination.
Engage in a broad range of physical activities, including competitive games, gymnastics, dance, and athletics.
Improve their physical fitness through activities that build stamina, strength, and flexibility.
Participate in team games to develop tactical and strategic thinking.
Learn the importance of physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.
Swim competently and confidently, understanding water safety.
Key Stage 1 (Ages 5-7)
In Key Stage 1, pupils focus on developing basic physical skills and confidence. They:
Master fundamental movement skills, including running, jumping, throwing, and catching.
Participate in activities that involve balance, agility, and coordination.
Take part in simple team games, developing basic tactics and understanding of rules.
Explore dance, creating and performing simple movement patterns.
Example activities include running obstacle courses, practising throwing and catching, creating basic dance sequences, and participating in small-sided games like tag or relay races.
Key Stage 2 (Ages 7-11)
In Key Stage 2, pupils build on their skills and take part in a broader range of activities. They:
Continue to develop and apply fundamental skills through more complex activities.
Play competitive games (e.g., football, netball, cricket, hockey, basketball) and apply principles of attacking, defending, and teamwork.
Perform sequences in gymnastics and expressive movement in dance with increased control and precision.
Take part in athletics, developing skills in running, jumping, and throwing.
Experience outdoor and adventurous activities that challenge teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience.
Learn to swim competently, confidently, and proficiently over at least 25 metres, using a range of strokes (front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke) and practising safe self-rescue techniques in water.
Example activities include playing structured team sports, choreographing dances, learning athletic techniques, swimming lessons, and completing outdoor challenges like orienteering.
Progression and Integration
The PE curriculum emphasises progression, ensuring pupils continually improve their physical skills, fitness, and understanding of healthy living. It promotes positive attitudes to physical activity, teamwork, and personal development.
By the end of primary school, pupils are equipped with the physical skills, confidence, and understanding to participate in physical activities both in and outside of school. They also gain an awareness of the importance of exercise, health, and well-being as part of an active lifestyle.