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At St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School, we believe that physical education plays an important role in helping children achieve, belong and thrive.
Our PE curriculum gives every child the opportunity to develop physical confidence, learn new skills and experience the enjoyment of being active. We want children to understand that being physically active is an important part of a healthy and happy life.
Through PE, sport and physical activity, pupils develop not only their physical skills but also resilience, teamwork, self discipline, confidence and respect for others.
Developing Physical Literacy
Our PE curriculum is carefully planned and progressively sequenced from the Early Years through to Year 6.
Children develop a broad range of physical skills, including:
• running, jumping and throwing
• balance, coordination and agility
• sending and receiving skills
• movement and control
• attacking and defending
• swimming and water safety
• dance and creative movement
• gymnastics
• outdoor and adventurous activities.
As children progress through the school, they develop increasing control, accuracy and confidence and learn to apply their skills in different activities and situations.
Learning Through Sport
We want children to experience a wide variety of sports and physical activities.
Pupils have opportunities to participate in team games, individual activities and competitive sport. They learn how to work with others, communicate effectively, follow rules and demonstrate fairness and respect.
Competition is used positively to help children develop resilience and learn how to respond appropriately to both success and disappointment. We encourage children to celebrate the achievements of others and understand that effort, perseverance and teamwork are just as important as winning.
Health and Wellbeing
Physical activity is an important part of our approach to children's health and wellbeing.
Through PE and our wider curriculum, pupils develop an understanding of how regular exercise, healthy eating, rest and positive lifestyle choices contribute to physical and mental wellbeing.
We want children to develop habits that will support them throughout their lives and understand that being active can help them feel happier, healthier and more confident.
Swimming and Water Safety
We recognise the importance of children developing confidence and competence in water.
Our swimming provision supports pupils to develop swimming skills and understand how to stay safe in and around water. Children are given opportunities to develop their water confidence, swimming ability and understanding of water safety.
Teamwork, Character and Resilience
PE provides many opportunities for children to develop important personal qualities.
Pupils learn to:
• persevere when something is difficult
• respond positively to challenge
• work cooperatively with others
• communicate effectively
• show respect for teammates, opponents and officials
• take responsibility for their actions
• demonstrate resilience when things do not go as planned.
These qualities support children well beyond the PE lesson and contribute to their wider personal development.
Physical Activity Beyond the Classroom
We want children to discover activities that they enjoy and may continue throughout their lives.
Alongside curriculum PE, pupils have opportunities to take part in clubs, competitions, festivals and wider sporting events. We provide opportunities for children to represent the school and celebrate their achievements.
Our Sports Leaders provide opportunities for pupils to develop leadership skills and encourage others to participate in physical activity.
We also promote active play and opportunities to be physically active throughout the school day.
Inclusion and Participation
We believe every child should have the opportunity to experience success in PE.
Teachers use adaptive teaching to ensure that activities are accessible while maintaining high expectations. Pupils are supported to develop their skills and participate fully, regardless of their starting point or level of experience.
We are committed to ensuring that disadvantaged pupils, vulnerable pupils and pupils with SEND have equitable access to PE, sport and wider physical activity opportunities.
PE and Our Catholic Values
Our Catholic values are reflected in the way we approach PE and sport.
Children are encouraged to show kindness, respect and fairness and to recognise the dignity and worth of others. They learn that sport is an opportunity to work together, support one another and make a positive contribution to the school community.
We want children to use their gifts and talents positively and to encourage others to do the same.
A Lifelong Love of Being Active
By the time children leave St Vincent’s, we want them to be physically confident, active and equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to make healthy choices.
We want pupils to understand that physical activity is not simply about sport or competition. It is about enjoyment, wellbeing, confidence, friendship and discovering activities that can enrich their lives.
Through PE and sport, every child is encouraged to achieve, belong and thrive, developing the confidence, resilience and character to take on new challenges and let their light shine.
At St Vincent’s we aspire to make the learning ambitious for all learners. Our school curriculum includes the knowledge, skills and life experiences children need to thrive. Our learning is carefully planned and sequenced using the National Curriculum that can be found below:
Knowledge and skills are built on from previous years and there is clear progression in each subject. You can see an overview of progression below:
Each curriculum area is taught across the year and evidenced on a long term plan, divided into half termly blocks. You can see the long term plan below:
