PE Department : 2007-2008
AIMS OF THE DEPARTMENT
At Woodhey we
aim to provide a broad, balanced and challenging curriculum for all age groups
together with an extensive programme of exra curricular sport which is accessible
to all pupils regardless of ability. We aim to provide an enjoyable, happy
and relaxing environment for everyone.
The Physical Education department aims to provide sporting opportunities and
memorable experiences for all our pupils. Firstly we want all pupils to reach
their full potential. We hope that students will then realise the importance
of leading a healthy lifestyle and keeping fit, both during their years at
school and into adult life. Secondly, we wish to pursue excellence at local,
regional and hopefully national level; winning competitions, trophies and
matches with outstanding teams in a wide range of games and individual activities.
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OBJECTIVES
• to allow all pupils at school the opportunity to be physically active
• to allow all pupils to have an enjoyable experience of PE and sport
• develop positive attitudes towards sport, both competitive and non-competitive
• promote and develop the physical, social and moral well being of students
through sport and group interaction
• promote active and healthy lifestyles, during and beyond the curriculum
• to provide learning that takes place in a safe environment
• develop leadership skills through coaching work
• to pursue links with the local community so that pupils can access
sport post 16.
GCSE
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Exam Board: EDEXCEL
Aims of Academic PE:
• develop an understanding of the factors influencing performance and
the ability to apply these to a range of physical activities.
• develop knowledge and skills of selected physical activities.
• develop the skills necessary to analyse, evaluate and improve performance.
• develop an appreciation of social, moral and cultural issues which
affect participation and performance in physical activity.
• develop the capacity to think critically about the relationships between
the different factors influencing performance.
PROVISION
Within the formal curriculum Physical Education is taught for 2 hours per
week in Key Stage 3, and 2 hours per week in Key Stage 4. GCSE PE is allocated
a further 5 hours per fortnight.
KEY
STAGE 3 curriculum
There is a wide variety of sports taught at Woodhey;
Pupils have the opportunity to take part in football, rugby, basketball, cricket,
athletics, badminton, cross country, netball, hockey, rounders, dance, softball,
gymnastics, fitness training and tennis.
GCSE ACTIVITIES Exam Board: EDEXCEL
Pupils
are assessed in 4 practical activities. At the end of year 11 one written
exam tests pupils’ knowledge in the following areas.
• Reasons for participation in physical activities
• Fitness and training
• Health and safety in sport
• Diet
• Applied Anatomy and Physiology
They are also asked to analyse their own performance in one chosen sport and
complete a six week personal exercise programme.
EXTRA
CURRICULAR SPORT
Every lunchtime, and after school, there is a full range of activities on
offer. We pride ourselves on outstanding team performance along with extremely
high participation rates. Pupils are actively encouraged to join in and take
advantage of our excellent facilities and enthusiastic, dedicated staff .
Results and further information can be seen in our half-termly school bulletin.
