Reception
PE learning in the Reception class helps children build confidence in movement, coordination, and teamwork through a variety of engaging activities. In introductory PE sessions, they explore basic movement patterns, learning how to balance, run, jump, and control their bodies both while stationary and in motion. Dance introduces them to rhythm and expressive movement, encouraging creativity as they follow simple routines. Gymnastics focuses on developing strength, flexibility, and balance as children practice controlled movements and sequences. Ball skills improve hand-eye coordination through throwing, catching, rolling, and striking activities. In games, children learn teamwork, strategy, and fair play, developing social and communication skills alongside physical development. Through these activities, children gain confidence, build resilience, and develop a lifelong enjoyment of being active while refining their movement skills.
Year One
PE learning in Year 1 focuses on developing pupils' movement skills, coordination, and confidence through a variety of activities. In ball skills, they practice throwing, catching, rolling, and striking to refine hand-eye coordination. Fundamentals help build balance, agility, and spatial awareness, while invasion games introduce basic teamwork and strategy through simple attacking and defending movements. Dance encourages rhythm, creativity, and expressive movement, while gymnastics develops flexibility, strength, and controlled body movements. Yoga promotes focus, relaxation, and body awareness, helping pupils build core strength and balance. Target games refine aim and precision, fitness activities improve stamina and endurance, and athletics introduces running, jumping, and throwing skills. Send & receive activities teach controlled passing and catching, net & wall games help pupils understand concepts like positioning and anticipation, and striking & field games introduce basic skills for sports like cricket and rounders. Across these activities, pupils develop physical confidence, teamwork, and resilience while having fun and learning to enjoy movement.
Willow says in PE they learn to throw and catch balls which is really good fun!
Year Two
PE learning in Year 2 builds on pupils' fundamental movement skills, coordination, and confidence in different physical activities. They refine their ball skills through throwing, catching, rolling, and striking, improving control and accuracy. Fundamentals focus on agility, balance, and spatial awareness, while invasion games introduce simple attacking and defending strategies, encouraging teamwork. Dance supports creativity, rhythm, and expressive movement, while gymnastics develops flexibility, strength, and controlled body movements. Yoga helps pupils with focus, body awareness, and balance, promoting relaxation and mindfulness. Target games enhance precision and strategic thinking, fitness activities improve stamina and endurance, and athletics introduces key skills in running, jumping, and throwing. Send & receive exercises strengthen passing and catching skills, net & wall games develop anticipation and positioning, and striking & field activities introduce techniques for games like cricket and rounders. Through these varied activities, pupils build physical confidence, teamwork, and resilience while developing a lifelong enjoyment of movement and sport.
Year Three
PE learning in Year 3 helps pupils develop coordination, teamwork, and confidence through a variety of sports and physical activities. They refine their ball-handling skills in hockey, netball, basketball, and handball, learning to pass, dribble, and shoot with accuracy while improving their spatial awareness and movement. Tag rugby and dodgeball encourage quick reactions, agility, and strategic thinking, while tennis and rounders introduce striking and fielding techniques. Dance supports rhythm, creativity, and body control, while gymnastics focuses on strength, flexibility, and balance through controlled movements. Fitness activities help pupils build endurance and overall physical health, while athletics develops running, jumping, and throwing skills. Across these activities, pupils improve their coordination, resilience, and ability to work as part of a team, fostering a lifelong enjoyment of movement and sport.
Nico says he really enjoys PE; he likes doing football and netball.
Reggie says he loves doing sport!
Ayobami says that PE is really good for his mental health!
Year Four
PE learning in Year 4 supports pupils' physical development, coordination, and teamwork across a wide range of sports and activities. In hockey, netball, basketball, and handball, they refine their passing, shooting, and movement skills, gaining confidence in teamwork and tactical play. Tag rugby and dodgeball encourage agility, quick reactions, and spatial awareness. Tennis and rounders introduce striking and fielding techniques, helping pupils develop precision and control. Dance fosters rhythm, creativity, and expressive movement, while gymnastics builds strength, flexibility, and balance through controlled sequences. Fitness activities support endurance and overall health, and athletics focuses on running, jumping, and throwing skills. Through these varied physical challenges, pupils build resilience, coordination, and confidence, learning to enjoy movement while working collaboratively with their peers.
Year Five
PE learning in Year 4 supports pupils' physical development, coordination, and teamwork across a wide range of sports and activities. In hockey, netball, basketball, and handball, they refine their passing, shooting, and movement skills, gaining confidence in teamwork and tactical play. Tag rugby and dodgeball encourage agility, quick reactions, and spatial awareness. Tennis and rounders introduce striking and fielding techniques, helping pupils develop precision and control. Dance fosters rhythm, creativity, and expressive movement, while gymnastics builds strength, flexibility, and balance through controlled sequences. Fitness activities support endurance and overall health, and athletics focuses on running, jumping, and throwing skills. Through these varied physical challenges, pupils build resilience, coordination, and confidence, learning to enjoy movement while working collaboratively with their peers.
Adam says that PE is important because it keeps you fit and healthy and it trains your muscles.
Amara says she likes PE because she enjoys all the different sports and games!
Year Six
PE learning in Year 6 helps pupils refine their physical skills, teamwork, and confidence across a broad range of sports and activities. In netball, basketball, and tag rugby, they develop advanced passing, shooting, and movement techniques while strengthening their tactical awareness. Dodgeball improves agility and reaction speed, encouraging quick decision-making. Tennis enhances precision and control, while gymnastics focuses on flexibility, balance, and strength through increasingly complex sequences. Dance supports rhythm, creativity, and coordination, allowing pupils to express movement with confidence. Fitness activities build endurance and overall physical health, while athletics refines running, jumping, and throwing techniques. Swimming plays a crucial role in developing water safety, strength, and stamina, ensuring pupils are confident and competent swimmers. Across these activities, pupils build resilience, cooperation, and leadership skills, preparing them for lifelong enjoyment of physical activity and sport.