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Physical Education

If you have any questions regarding the curriculum we teach, please contact the school office directly and the office staff will pass your enquiry on to the relevant Curriculum Leader.

PE Curriculum Leader: Mr D. Berrisford

Intent

Here at St. Michael’s our intention when teaching PE is to develop the enjoyment of physical activity and to help children understand the importance of health and wellbeing. We aim to give children the opportunities to develop their skills, understanding and knowledge of sports and apply this in competitions, which will provide them with lifelong skills.

We aim to ensure that children participate in a number of different sports in order to develop a passion for being active, healthy, resilient and to gain the confidence to try new things.

Implementation

Our PE curriculum and objectives cover the skills and knowledge that are shown in the National Curriculum as well as providing children with opportunities to challenge themselves. All PE lessons have a purpose and are meaningful and staff aim to make links to other subjects wherever possible (for example, linking our dance topics to the class novel)

KS1

We strive for children in KS1 to become competent and confident with the fundamental movement skills (agility, balance, co-ordination) through dance and gymnastics. Basic movements such as running and jumping or throwing and catching are covered through Athletics and Basketball. Children engage in competitive and co-operative activities through House competitions in a variety of different sports.

KS2

In KS2, pupils continue to develop their skills in more competitive and challenging situations. They begin to develop their understanding of the rules of different games, such as Rugby, Football, Cricket, Rounders and Netball. We encourage children to communicate and collaborate with each other by working as teams. We want children to understand how they can improve in sports by evaluating their performances. Pupils continue to learn dance and gymnastics and our Year 5 children take part in swimming lessons. Our KS2 children are encouraged to develop their resilience and team building through two residentials that take place in Year 4 and Year 6.

Impact

We endeavour to ensure our children reach or exceed their potential based on their baseline assessment. Children’s ability and progress is measured against the expectations set for each year group. The impact of our PE curriculum is that our children are able to carry on leading active, healthy lives once they have left Primary education.

St. Michael’s has been awarded the Platinum Mark from the School Games (2018/19) to recognise the range of physical activity offered to the children, within and beyond curriculum time, plus the high level of participation in competitions.

 
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What is the PE and Sport Premium?

The PE and Sport Premium is a government initiative designed to improve the quality and breadth of physical education and sport in primary schools. The funding was first introduced in 2013, with over £450 million invested nationally to enhance PE and sport provision. This funding has continued beyond this period, with schools receiving annual allocations to further strengthen opportunities for all pupils.

Schools are given autonomy over how the funding is spent, provided it meets strict government criteria and demonstrates a positive and sustainable impact on pupils’ physical activity, health and well-being.

At St Michael’s Church of England Primary School, we carefully plan how this funding is used to ensure it has the greatest possible benefit for all pupils.

Our Commitment at St Michael’s CE Primary School

At St Michael’s, we are committed to delivering a high-quality, inclusive and engaging PE curriculum that supports pupils’ physical development, health and well-being. We aim to ensure that all children, regardless of ability or background, have access to a wide range of sporting opportunities and are encouraged to develop a lifelong love of physical activity.

Our PE and sport provision supports not only physical development but also contributes to pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, in line with our Christian values of Love, Hope, Joy and Faith.

Key Priorities for PE and Sport Premium Funding

The government identifies five key priority areas for spending PE and Sport Premium funding. Over the course of each academic year, St Michael’s ensures that all five areas are addressed, with targeted focus on priorities that require further development.

1. Health and Well-Being

To promote healthy lifestyles and physical activity by:

  • Increasing pupils’ awareness of the importance of regular exercise

  • Encouraging positive attitudes towards health and fitness

  • Supporting pupils to understand how physical activity contributes to overall well-being

2. Raising the Profile of PE and Sport for Whole-School Improvement

To ensure PE and sport are valued across the school by:

  • Increasing the inclusivity of the PE curriculum

  • Developing links between PE and other curriculum areas

  • Supporting pupils’ wider development, including teamwork, resilience and confidence

  • Strengthening partnerships with other schools and local sports providers

3. Professional Development in PE

To improve the quality of teaching and learning by:

  • Providing staff with access to high-quality PE training and support

  • Increasing staff confidence and subject knowledge

  • Ensuring PE lessons are inclusive and meet the needs of all learners

4. Increasing the Range of Sports and Activities on Offer

To broaden pupils’ experiences by:

  • Expanding opportunities in areas such as games, dance, gymnastics, athletics and swimming

  • Introducing a wider range of alternative and enrichment activities

  • Encouraging greater participation from all pupils, including less active children

5. Competitive Sport

To increase participation and success in competitive sport by:

  • Providing opportunities to take part in inter-school competitions

  • Developing pupils’ teamwork, sportsmanship and resilience

  • Encouraging children to represent the school with pride and confidence

Sustainability

At St Michael’s CE Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that the impact of the PE and Sport Premium funding is sustainable and continues beyond individual funding cycles.

We aim to achieve this by:

  • Investing in high-quality professional development for staff

  • Building a broad and inclusive PE curriculum

  • Developing long-term partnerships with sports providers

  • Purchasing equipment and resources that enhance provision over time

 

 

 

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