Learning

Physical Education

The PE curriculum intends to provide a wide range of physical activities that support the development of students’ physical, social and mental wellbeing. These activities are delivered through our concept based ‘Wellbeing’ curriculum that targets key strands of Physical Education so that students can progress both in their PE lessons and in wider social aspects. The Wellbeing curriculum allows all students to succeed by providing manageable steps to move from a novice to advanced learner.

Students develop their Physical, Social, Thinking and Mindset skills through the delivery of specific knowledge that can be linked into their everyday lives. This will aid them in creating lifelong healthy lifestyles/habits and meet the long-term requirements of the workplace that range from health and wellbeing strategies to organising personal fitness and taking part in competitive sport.

GCSE Physical Education

GCSE Physical Education is intended to offer students the opportunity to further their knowledge and understanding of a wide range of topics within an academic setting. Students will cover issues to do with Anatomy and physiology, Physical Training, Socio-cultural influences, Sports Psychology, Health, Fitness and wellbeing as well as detailed practical content.

Students will be continually assessed in a variety of forms, including examination and periodic tests, coursework and extended answer questions as well as practically with their physical performance.

Students are expected to have an interest in all aspects of Physical Education as their prior experience; understanding of all forms of physical activity and health will help them access the course to a higher level.

Students are required to be committed to Physical Education both inside and outside the classroom by attending or participating in extra curricular clubs to aid their learning.
The course contains both theory and practical elements that are mandatory to successfully completing the course.

The Physical Education option provides a solid basis for students who wish to study A Level Physical Education or BTEC Sport Level 3 National.

Students will be given both academic experiences which are recognised by UCAS and universities towards tertiary education.

With the growing popularity of Health & Leisure sector, Physical Education is seen as the ideal stepping stone towards professions such as Physiotherapist, Personal Training, Sport Development Officers, Teaching, Coaching and Performance Analysists.

What next?

The Physical Education option provides a solid basis for students who wish to study A Level Physical Education or BTEC Sport Level 3 National.

Students will be given both academic experiences which are recognised by UCAS and universities towards tertiary education.

With the growing popularity of Health & Leisure sector, Physical Education is seen as the ideal stepping stone towards professions such as Physiotherapist, Personal Training, Sport Development Officers, Teaching, Coaching and Performance Analysists.

Assessment

The Course is split in to 2 Components – Theory and Practical. Theory work is assessed through final examination whilst Practical work is completed throughout the course with a moderation process at the end.

  • Paper 1 – Physical factors affecting performance – 1 Hour Written Paper – 30%
  • Paper 2 – Socio-cultural issues and sports psychology – 1 Hour Written Paper – 30%
  • Practical Performances – 30%
  • Analysis and Evaluation of Performance – 10%

Cambridge National in Sports Studies

The Cambridge National in Sport Studies qualification offers students who wish to develop their sporting knowledge, the opportunity to experience sport in a vocational setting. This is to prepare all participants for the vocational expectations that occur in the workplace, such as deadlines, dealing with pressure, industry experience and interactions with others.

The curriculum gives students analytical skills, such as problem solving and breaking up tasks to manageable sizes to assess performance whilst allowing them to make informed suggestions of how to improve individual and team outcomes.

These take the form of presentations, reports, and practical demonstrations, as well as interviews and planning documents that will aid students in later life. These take the form of a Plan, Do & Review process that mimics the vocational patterns of the industry.

What skills are needed?

  • Good fitness level
  • Meeting strict deadlines
  • Working independently
  • Be able to analysis a sporting performance
  • Concentration for completing coursework

What next?

This course provides an ideal basis for BTEC Level 3 Sport.

Career paths include Physiotherapy, Sports Science, Personal Trainer, Teaching/Coaching, performance Analysist.

Assessment

The Course is split into 3 modules:

  • R184 – Contemporary issue in sport – External Exam – 40% of grade
  • R185 – Performance and leadership in Sports Activities – Coursework Unit – 30% of grade
  • R186 – Sport and the media – Coursework Unit – 30% of grade

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