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Physical Education & Sport

The Physical Education curriculum is designed to promote an active and healthy lifestyle, foster physical literacy, and cultivate a positive attitude towards physical activity. Through a range of sports, fitness activities, and wellness education, students will engage in a well-rounded physical education experience. Our curriculum emphasises the development of fundamental movement skills, coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Students will participate in a variety of sports and recreational activities, building competence and confidence in their abilities.

Beyond physical performance, our program also focuses on wellness education, including topics such as nutrition, stress management, and mental well-being. There will be opportunities for students to explore their interests, improve their physical fitness, and develop a lifelong appreciation for the importance of health and wellness

What makes a good student of Physical Education?

Demonstrates a positive attitude towards physical activity and a commitment to maintaining an active lifestyle.
Possesses good motor skills and coordination, demonstrating proficiency in a range of physical activities.
Shows teamwork and sportsmanship, collaborating effectively with peers in team sports and group activities.
Exhibits a growth mindset, embracing challenges and striving for improvement in physical performance.
Demonstrates discipline and self-motivation, actively participating in physical activities and practicing skills outside of class.
Displays good leadership, respecting the rules, officials, and opponents in competitive settings.
Shows responsibility and adherence to safety guidelines, promoting a safe and inclusive physical education environment.
Exhibits an understanding of the importance of physical fitness and well-being, making informed choices to support a healthy lifestyle.
Demonstrates good communication and leadership skills, taking initiative and encouraging others in physical activities.
Displays an understanding of the connection between physical and mental well-being, practicing stress management techniques and self-care strategies.

Key Stage 3 Curriculum

Curriculum Journey

Students will learn different sport disciplines on a rotation. These include the following:

Football
Netball
Gymnastics
Handball
Hockey
Lacrosse
Rugby
Badminton
Cricket
Softball/Rounders
Athletics

Teaching Hours:

For Years 7 & 8 - 4 hours per fortnight

For Year 9 - 3 hours per fortnight

Key Stage 4 Curriculum (Core PE)

What is the course?

Physical Education is a core subject taken by all students. This is a non-examination course.

What will I be taught?

In all activities you will learn how to manage yourself in a variety of situations and how to plan, perform and evaluate performance. The principles of health-related exercise and the effects upon the body will be delivered as an integral part of all of the activities covered. You will complete an in-depth study into a variety of team and individual sports.

Which units will I study?

The department offers a varied programme and you are given the opportunity to select which activities you wish to follow. Activities offered include: football, rugby, netball, fitness, basketball, cricket, softball, rounders, handball and athletics.

Is there a practical element?

All activities are delivered through practical work.

What skills will I learn?

Within each activity you will be provided with the opportunity to extend your Key Stage 3 knowledge in terms of skill, tactics and performance. You will also be expected to undertake the roles of umpire, official and/or coach.

What would be expected of me?

You will be expected to bring full Lenham School P.E. kit to every lesson and participate fully. If students are unable to participate you should bring a note explaining the nature of the injury or illness. You must still bring your P.E. kit and will change at the discretion of the P.E. staff, as you may still be able to participate in some capacity. You must adhere to safety codes as specified by the individual activity.

Is there coursework in this subject?

There is no coursework in this subject.

How will I be assessed?

This is a non-examination course. Assessment in core Physical Education is a vital part of the learning process and will take place continuously throughout the course. Assessment is by verbal feedback, performance grading, written and oral testing and on-going student/teacher dialogue.

Teaching Hours: 2 hours per fortnight

Key Stage 4 Curriculum (Sport)

Exam Board – Pearsons BTEC

What is the course?

The BTEC Tech Award in Sport is equivalent to 1 GCSE grade.

What will I be taught?

Learners will undertake practical sessions to develop skills in planning and delivering sports activity sessions to participants.

Which Units will I study?

Component 1: Preparing Participants to Take Part in Sport and Physical Activity
Component 2: Taking Part and Improving Other Participants Sporting Performance
Component 3: Developing Fitness to Improve Other Participants Performance in Sport and Physical Activity

Is there a practical element?

Sport is both a practical and theoretical course. Wherever possible the course content is delivered through a practical experience.

What skills will I learn?

The qualification enables learners to develop their sector-specific skills, such as sport analysis and sports leadership, using realistic vocational contexts, and personal skills, such as communication, planning, time management and teamwork through a practical and skills-based approach to learning and assessment.

What would be expected of me?

There is an expectation that you will participate in all practical sessions to enable you to access the course fully, wearing full Lenham PE kit. It is important that you are willing to take on independent study to enhance the classroom learning experience. It is also essential that you can organise yourself and submit coursework on time. You are required to attend at least one extra-curricular sports activity per week.

Is there coursework involved in this course?

Components one and two are coursework assignments internally assessed. Component three is an exam-based assessment.

How will I be assessed?

The final grade awarded for a qualification represents an aggregation of a learner’s performance across the three components. A higher performance in some components may be balanced by a lower outcome in others.

What courses or employment can I progress to at the end of the course?

This course will provide a sound foundation for employment in the sports industry. This course is also essential for anyone wishing to progress to a Level 3 Sport Course in the Sixth Form. This course provides a great foundation for careers like teaching, coaching, physiotherapy, personal trainer, nutritionist, gym managers to name but a few.

Teaching Hours: BTEC Sport 5 hours per fortnight

Key Stage 5 Curriculum

Sport Course Summary - Pearsons BTEC

The BTEC in Sport is a two-year course which provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of Sport. You will develop an understanding of the sports industry by exploring the different skills required for different career pathways into the industry. Additionally, you will study Fitness Training as well as the Anatomy and Physiology of the body. The course is designed for post-16 students who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the Sports Industries, as part of a programme of study alongside other BTECs or A levels. The BTEC is both examination and coursework based with four units designed to cover a wide range of academic and vocational skills. You will research fitness training and programming for health, sport and wellbeing and will analyse the results to support improvements in a client’s health and wellbeing. You will learn the functions of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and respiratory systems and explore the effects of exercise on these systems.

Course Details

Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Wellbeing
Unit 3: Professional Development in Sport
Unit 4: Application of Fitness Testing

How the course is delivered

The course is unit based and each unit is given a credit value depending on the guided learning hours. At the start of each unit, you will receive an assignment brief detailing the tasks and criteria to be met.

Entry Requirements

Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English Literature or Language and Maths. Subject specific results will also be considered when choosing this course.

Teaching Hours:

8 hours per fortnight for Extended Certificate

16 hours per fortnight for Diploma

Enrichment and Extra-Curricular

To extend learning beyond the classroom, you should consider doing some of the following tasks:

Join a local sports team will provide you with regular practice, competition and skill development.
Participating in fitness classes such as yoga, Pilates, aerobics or martial arts will help your overall fitness, flexibility and strength.
Engage with outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking or rock climbing offers physical challenges and connects you with nature.
Use fitness apps or follow online workout programmes will allow for a flexible guided exercise routine.
Gain certifications in first aid and CPR will enhance your safety awareness and provide you with valuable skills for managing injuries.

You can also extend your learning through reading. Here are some suggestions to get you started:

Book title	Book author
Trust the Grind: How World-Class Athletes Got To The Top	Jeremy Bhandari
Leap: Making the jump to take netball to the top of the world	Geva Mentor
Courage to Soar	Simon Biles, Mary Lou Retton
Anything is Possible	Gareth Southgate
My Life: Queen of the Court	Serena Williams
The Master: The Brilliant Career of Roger Federer	Christopher Clarey
When Footballers Were Skint: A Journey in Search of the Soul of Football	Jon Henderson
Unbreakable: The definitive and unflinching memoir of the world's greatest snooker player	Ronnie O'Sullivan
GEOCACHING FOR BEGINNERS: Guide To Geocaching, How To Find And Create Cache, Equipment And More	Elling Wissmath
Faster than Lightning: My story	Usain Bolt