Physical Education at Cropredy CE Primary School
Intent:
At Cropredy CE Primary School we value high quality physical education, sport and physical activity (PESPA). We aim for all our children to develop a love of sport and an appreciation for how physical activity forms part of a purposeful and healthy lifestyle.
We aim to develop pupils who will be physically active and can flourish in a range of different physical activities.
The aims of our PE curriculum are to develop children who:
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Are willing to practise skills in a range of different activities and situations, alone, in small groups and in teams, and to apply these skills in chosen activities to achieve exceptionally high levels of performance;
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Have and maintain high levels physical fitness;
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Lead a healthy lifestyle which is achieved by eating sensibly, being aware of the dangers of drugs, smoking and alcohol and exercising regularly;
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Are able to remain physically active for sustained periods of time and have an understanding of the importance of this in promoting long-term health and well-being;
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Take the initiative and become excellent young leaders, organising and officiating, and evaluating what needs to be done to improve, and motivating and instilling excellent sporting attitudes in others;
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Are able to experience the highs and lows of competition and equipping the children with valuable life skills, such as: perseverance, team work, resilience and honesty.
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Employ imagination and creativity in their techniques, tactics and choreography;
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Are able to improve their own and others’ performances and celebrate their own talents and achievements;
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Can work independently for extended periods of time without the need for guidance or support;
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Have a keen interest in PE - a willingness to participate eagerly in every lesson, highly positive attitudes and the ability to make informed choices about engaging fully in extracurricular sport;
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Can swim at least 25 metres before the end of Year 6 and know how to remain safe in and around water.