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The aim of the PE and Sport department is to
promote a positive, lifelong approach through
the provision of a wide choice of activities
and also to develop excellence in those who
choose to pursue an activity to a higher
level. This is reflected in the department’s
philosophy: Opportunity and Excellence.
We hope to develop a passion for sport and
healthy living and to provide the opportunity
for pupils to think for themselves and
become more knowledgeable leaders. We
emphasise the importance of fitness and
how this is connected to healthy living and
that this is the responsibility of the individual.
By establishing a lifelong passion for sport,
we hope that pupils will continue to value
its importance long after they have left
Sevenoaks.
the lower SCHOOL | AT SEVENOAKS
The curriculum in the Lower School ensures
that pupils experience a wide variety of
activities and there is a focus throughout on
developing fundamental movement skills,
improving mental and social wellbeing
and ensuring that all pupils have plenty of
fun. We also place significant prominence
on the continued development of socially
responsible behaviour.
Through a coaching philosophy that puts the
athlete first, we hope each pupil will develop
key skills such as ambition, individuality,
hard work and teamwork. We have excellent
coaches across all sports and all levels
who are committed to bringing out the
best in all individuals while insisting upon
sportsmanship at all times, an important
quality in competitive sport.
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