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The Furness Academy Physical Education Curriculum for each year group is detailed below.
Activities that are taught throughout Year 7 include:
Activities that are taught throughout Year 8 include:
Activities that are taught throughout Year 9 include:
Number of lessons:
During the students Physical Education lessons, we aim to develop the students Declarative & Procedural knowledge in regards to their:
All students need to carry the following equipment in pencil cases in their bags.
All students need to bring the following equipment in their bags.
Students will be formally assessed at the end of each activity. They will be assessed on the key skills & objectives taught throughout that topic. Each topic has a knowledge organiser to aid the students throughout the unit.
Ensure that they have their PE kit every week
The department also looks to explore enrichment opportunities both within and outside the curriculum to enhance pupils’ enjoyment of sport. Examples of which include participation in:
Activities that are taught throughout Key Stage 4 include:
Number of lessons:
During the students Physical Education lessons, we aim to develop the students Declarative & Procedural knowledge in regards to their:
Students will be formally assessed at the end of each activity. They will be assessed on the key skills & objectives taught throughout that topic. Each topic has a knowledge organiser to aid the students throughout the unit.
All students need to carry the following equipment in pencil cases in their bags.
All students need to bring the following equipment in their bags.
Ensure that they have their PE kit every week
The department also looks to explore enrichment opportunities both within and outside the curriculum to enhance pupils’ enjoyment of sport. Examples of which include participation in:
Activities that are taught throughout the BTEC course in Key Stage Four include:
Number of lessons:
During the BTEC lessons lessons, we aim to develop the students Declarative & Procedural knowledge in each of the units. The students will learn:
Unit 1: Fitness for Sport & Exercise is assessed through a 70 minute external exam
Unit 2 : Practical Sports Performance & unit 3 Applying the principles of personal training is assessed through assessments & tasks throughout the course. The class teacher assesses & marks the work which is then moderated by an external examiner
All students need to carry the following equipment in pencil cases in their bags.
All students need to bring the following equipment in their bags.
Ensure that they have their PE kit every week
Ensure that they remain up to date with coursework and complete homework set by the specified date
The department also provides sessions outside of school hours to support students and help them ensure that they are up to date and receive additional support to complete their coursework or prepare them for the external exam.
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