Physical Education
PE Curriculum Statement
Intent
At St Augustine’s, we aim to inspire pupils to become active, healthy and resilient individuals who enjoy physical activity and understand its importance for well-being. Our PE curriculum is designed to develop pupils’ physical skills, teamwork, and understanding of healthy lifestyles.
We intend to:
- Develop pupils’ competence in a range of physical activities, including games, gymnastics, dance, athletics and swimming.
- Promote enjoyment, participation and confidence in physical activity.
- Encourage pupils to work collaboratively, show good sportsmanship and respect others.
- Support pupils in understanding the link between physical activity and mental health.
- Provide opportunities for pupils to experience competition and personal challenge.
Our PE curriculum supports personal values such as resilience, cooperation and respect, and is rooted in our Gospel Values and school motto:
“Unique and United in God’s Love. We let our light shine.”
Implementation
PE is taught through a structured and inclusive curriculum that builds physical skills and knowledge across year groups. Lessons are planned to ensure coverage of the National Curriculum and to provide a variety of sporting experiences.
Key features of our implementation include:
- Use of specialist coaches and high-quality resources to enhance provision.
- Opportunities for pupils to participate in inter-school competitions and festivals.
- Regular teaching of fundamental movement skills, team games and individual sports.
- Cross-curricular links with science and PSHE to promote health and well-being.
- Swimming lessons in KS2 to meet statutory requirements.
Impact
Through our PE curriculum, pupils at St Augustine’s will:
- Develop physical competence and confidence in a range of activities.
- Demonstrate teamwork, perseverance and respect in competitive and cooperative settings.
- Understand the importance of physical activity for health and well-being.
- Enjoy participating in sport and physical challenges.
- Be well-prepared for the next stage of their education with a positive attitude towards physical activity.
Assessment is carried out through observation, skill progression and pupil voice. Subject leaders monitor provision through lesson observations, participation records and competition outcomes.