Intent

At Valley Road we intend to meet the requirements of the National Curriculum by delivering high-quality teaching and learning opportunities, using Primary PE Planning. This approach will ensure all children are inspired and succeed in physical education and in developing life skills. We want to teach children skills to keep them safe such as being able to swim.  We also want to teach children how to cooperate and collaborate with others as part of an effective team, understanding fairness and equity of play to embed life-long values. Our curriculum aims to improve the wellbeing and fitness of all children at Valley Road Academy, not only through the sporting skills taught, but through the underpinning values and disciplines PE promotes.

Article 29

I have the right to an education which develops my personality,

talents and abilities

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Implementation

PE at Valley Road Academy provides challenging and enjoyable learning through a range of sporting activities including; fundamental and ball skills, invasion games, strike and field games, gymnastics, dance, swimming and outdoor & adventure.

The long-term plan sets out the PE units which are to be taught throughout the year and ensures that the requirements of the National Curriculum are fully met and prepare the pupils to participate in inter and intra school competitions. In addition, children are encouraged to participate in the varied range of extra-curricular activities. Lunch time resources are available each day and children are encouraged to be active at playtimes

Children are invited to attend competitive sporting events within the local area. This is an inclusive approach which endeavours to encourage not only physical development but also mental well-being. These events also develop teamwork and leadership skills and are very much enjoyed by the children.

Impact

We help motivate children to participate in a variety of sports through quality teaching that is engaging and fun. From our lessons, our children learn to take responsibility for their own health and fitness, many of whom also enjoy the success of competitive sports. We equip our children with the necessary skills and a love for sport. They will hopefully grow up to live happy and healthy lives utilising the skills and knowledge acquired through PE. We link our physical health with our mental health and use this to encourage growth mind sets and well-being.

Our mission is to inspire every child to be passionate
about Physical Education and Sport.

Key Stage 1

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Multi Skills 

Ball Games 

Dance 

Gymnastics 

Multi Skills 

Tennis

Netball

Gymnastics    

Gymnastics