THE CORE : Physical Education
The core physical education programme fulfils two key aims .
1 . To enhance the physical literacy of every student through ‘ PHYSICAL ’ modules .
2 . To foster character attributes through physical activity , the ‘ MENTAL ’ modules .
PHYSICAL – Through the following modules we are looking to enhance long term development and raise athletic potential .
l Athletic Development – enhance students ’ physical literacy and understanding of specific training . l Athletics – develop and refine techniques of Athletic disciplines . l Co-ordination – students discover the principles of co-ordination-based games and are exposed to a variety of activities . l Striking and Fielding – students learn generic techniques that are applicable to a range of sporting disciplines .
MENTAL – Through a concept-based curriculum , we focus on nurturing personal attributes to enhance wellbeing through physical activity .
l Think – students are encouraged to collaboratively understand and solve tactical problems . l Communicate – students explore different types of communication and leadership styles . l Reflect – students are asked to reflect , set goals and explore resilience . l Independence – students are asked to independently research and lead on fitness classes .
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