Curriculum Intent Statement - Physical Education

(including values and equality)

Fulwood and Cadley aims to provide opportunities to promote and provide healthy activities within the school curriculum. It is hoped that this, in turn will lead the children to follow a healthy and active lifestyle throughout their school days and beyond into adult life.

The Physical education curriculum should be seen as an inclusive not exclusive curriculum. It relates to the overall aims of the school. The P.E. curriculum aims to develop the potential of each individual child. It aims to develop and maintain links between home, school and the community. 

Specific aims are:

• To promote an enjoyment of physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.
• To develop a knowledge of safety factors and an appreciation of the principles of safe practice.
• To promote positive attitudes and provide life-long skills to lead a healthy lifestyle.
• To develop cooperation, fair play and the ability to deal with both success and failure.
• To develop physical and mental coordination, self-control and confidence.
• To provide equal opportunities for all.
• To be given the opportunities to plan, practice and evaluate skills taught and learnt.
•  To develop an appreciation of physical skills, as well as creative and aesthetic performances, of self and others.
• To develop communication and leadership skills and an ability to work in close cooperation with others.
• To discover their own aptitudes and preferences for different activities.

Progression of Knowledge and Skills

Whole School Curriculum Map - Physical Education

Early Years Foundation Stage planning

Physical Education Subject Policy Summary

In-depth policies available on request.