Intent
All children at Highwood are taught PE weekly, with KS1 and KS2 having two lessons each week. These lessons will cover a range of sports, as well as topics such as gymnastics, dance and a variety of invasion and teamwork games. Fundamental movement skills underpin all of our units. We make sure that the same set of progressive knowledge for these skills is woven throughout our whole curriculum. In addition to our progressive curriculum, Highwood offers a broad range of enrichment opportunities that allow children access to sports that they may not be able to access elsewhere; this includes swimming, bikeability and a variety of adventure sports. Beyond Highwood Primary School, we aim to build links with our local community clubs and district partners so that the Highwood child continues to participate in physical activities once they have left Highwood and throughout their lives.
At Highwood Primary School, we intend for all children to be able to have the skills and mindset to leave primary school with the capabilities to be successful in their sporting challenges and active lifestyles at secondary school and beyond. Our PE curriculum aims to ensure that all pupils develop the fundamental skills and competence to excel in a wide range of physical activities by providing a broad and balanced curriculum with opportunities for all to be enjoyed.
Our PE curriculum is inclusive and ensure that pupils of all abilities access the range of activities we offer and that they are physically active for sustained periods of time in order to encourage them to lead healthy, active lives. There will also be opportunities for pupils to take on leadership roles in which they can build character and embed values such as fairness and respect.
Our objectives in the teaching of PE align with the National Curriculum in that we aim to ensure all pupils:
- Develop competence to excel in a broad range of physical activities
- Are physically active for sustained periods of time
- Engage in competitive sports and activities.
- Lead healthy, active lives
Implementation
At Highwood Primary School, our vision is for all children to develop a love of physical activity and sports as well as experience excellent physical education, school sport and physical activity that will lead to life-long participation. Through good physical education, whole school values and a child-centered approach, we aim to nurture confident, resilient children who will strive for their personal best. We listen to our children´s wants and needs and provide them with a range of active experiences and clubs. We want to aid our children in obtaining the values and skills to celebrate and respect the success of others, as well as modestly celebrating their own successes.
All members at Highwood strive to educate both our children and families to develop a greater understanding on how to live healthy lifestyles and make healthy choices. We are dedicated to ensuring healthy minds, as well as bodies and will continue to support our children’s well-being. We have strong links with local clubs and partnerships within our community to ensure the children and families receive the support and knowledge they need.
Before teaching the PE programme, teachers will:
- Assess the pupils to gauge their prior skills and knowledge so that teachers can scaffold lessons effectively to support all learners in their class.
- Attend staff training to ensure programme is delivered correctly and effectively to enhance the pupil’s learning experience.
- Use the online learning platform to ensure full understanding of what skills and units are expected to be taught and how they should be demonstrated to the pupils.
During each unit teachers will:
- Use the GetSet4PE scheme to structure their PE lessons to ensure a high quality teaching by sharing the learning objective, adapting the lessons according to children´s needs and addressing misconceptions.
- Assess the pupil’s progress against the success criteria to ensure pupil are being stretched and challenged.
At the end of the unit, teachers will:
- Assess the pupil to measure and celebrate the progress made. This will help inform teachers for their future lessons.
- Assess the pupil’s understanding and knowledge of the skills practised within each unit.
- Celebrate achievements with PE awards for those children who showed determination, perseverance and engagement.
Progression Documents
2025-2026 Long Term Plan website
Impact
What will this look like?
Through pupil voice we will see:
- Pupils explain what units they are working on as well as the intention of the units.
- Pupils should be able to explain the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and how to maintain one.
- Pupil express how much progress they are making as well as how to improve.
Through learning walks we will see:
- Pupils encouraged to take part in all activities regardless of their abilities.
- Pupils demonstrate resilience when attempting new challenges.
- Pupils have the confidence to participate in all activities with their whole class, groups and individually.
- Pupils demonstrate that they are able to communicate successfully with others when working collaboratively.
In the pupil’s learning we will see:
- Pupils show an understanding of the importance of good sportsmanship when competing against others.
- Pupils demonstrate a positive attitude by showing commitment to their learning and taking pride in their achievements.
- Pupils confidently use the skills practised in lessons when competing in sporting activities.