Curriculum
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
The academy’s Physical Education programme encourages all pupils to participate in sports for the benefit of their physical and mental health, and aims to provide a wide variety of activities to appeal to everyone. PE improves pupils’ physical fitness, flexibility, dexterity and endurance, and educates them about the importance of health and well-being. Pupils are encouraged to work hard to develop their skills, which in turn helps to build their self-confidence as they become more adept at different types of sport.
Through PE, pupils learn to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with others to achieve shared goals, which can help to strengthen their relationships with peers and enhance their self-esteem, whilst also encouraging them to develop a sense of responsibility for their own efforts and performance.
The tactical nature of many sports encourages pupils to plan ahead, make considered judgements, and to keep trying their hardest in the face of adversity, which are some of the many reasons why PE helps to develop pupils’ leadership skills and resilience.
Curriculum Overview
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KS4: Core PE (non-examined)
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KS4 Option Choice: BTEC Level 1 and Level 2 First Award in Sport
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Unit 1 – Fitness for Sport and Exercise. Introducing the key concepts. Unit 3 – Applying the Principle of Personal Training (internally assessed synoptic report). Key aspects of the unit include:
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Unit 1 – Fitness for Sport and Exercise (externally assessed examination). Key aspects of the unit:
Unit 6 – Leading Sports Activities (internally assessed assignments). Keys aspects of the unit:
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Unit 2 – Practical Performance in Sport (internally assessed assignments). Key aspects of the unit:
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Assessment
Internal assessments take place every half-term.
KS4 Exam Board Specification (BTEC Sport): Pearson BTEC Level 1 and Level 2 First Award in Sport (600/4779/3)
Enrichment Offer
The variety of clubs and sports on offer reflect the breadth and talents of our pupils and ensure that all pupils have an opportunity to participate in sports they enjoy and excel at. Our sports team compete successfully in competitions throughout Bradford at all levels. Intervention sessions to consolidate prior learning and ensure maximum progress are at the heart of our delivery model.
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