Physical Education Curriculum Guide

If Physical Education (PE) is to be regarded as educative, it should involve meaningful physical experiences that lead to the growth of further experience. (Dewey 1938).

Holyport takes much confidence and direction from it’s sponsor, Eton College, who place a significant importance upon the value of being physically active and adopting a willingness to participate regularly. PE has considerable competition from other cultural players with particular vested interests in capturing the hearts, minds and bodies of young people. It is by no surprise that with PE, sport and physical activity featuring daily at the College, students are quickly hooked and being active becomes a habitual part of everyday school life.

Meaningful physical experiences have to be positive PE experiences and they are built upon these guiding principles; Joy and Delight - Happy, active and healthy students are better behaved, can concentrate more and improve their academic potential.

Social Experience - This subject has the power galvanise our community, bring students and teachers closer together, fostering loving and supportive relationships.

Risk - Embracing challenge leads to motivation and continued enjoyment. We provide experiences that place an emphasis upon the challenge inherent in the process of learning.

Confidence - All students irrelevant of their ability are supported to build an acceptable image of their performing self through developing self efficacy and self worth.

Skill development - We take a progressive approach to skill development where students are given time, space and opportunity to develop basic motor patterns and develop skilful movements at their own pace.

Studying GCSE and A Level Physical Education gives our students a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance by covering an incredibly diverse and interesting range of topics. In addition, much of the knowledge and understanding gained will be applied to sport and used to improve personal performance. As well as developing the academic skills of a scientist students will also become a psychologist, physiologist, sociologist and even a philosopher!

At Holyport we recognise that PE, sport and physical activity each offer a unique platform on which to explore a multitude of holistic learning opportunities for our students. PE is not just simply about building skills, we are building happy, confident, healthy and active young people.

Knowledge

Skills

A level 12

Joints, Movement and Muscles, Planes of Movement, Analysis of Movement, Muscular Contraction, Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems at Rest, During Exercise and Recovery, Diet, Ergogenic Aids, Methods of Training, Periodisation, Biomechanical Principles, Newtons Law of Motion, Force, Levers

Classification of Skill, Guidance, Stages of Learning, Theories of Learning, Practice, Memory Models , Personality, Attitude, Anxiety, Arousal, Aggression, Dynamics of Group

GCSE 11

Effects of exercise, diet and training on the; Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Skeletal and Muscular Systems

Sportsmanship, Gamesmanship & Deviance

GCSE 10

Diet, Nutrition, Hydration, Fitness Testing, Performance Enhancing Drugs, Health, Principles of Training , Skeletal System, Mechanics of Movement, Sports Injuries

Goal Setting Classification of Skill Guidance , Forms of Practice Mental Preparation

Rules and Risks in Sport

Commercialisation and Media Routes into Sporting Excellence Technology in Sport

Factors Leading to the Emergence and Development of modern day sport Modern Olympics and Exploitation of the Games Hosting Global Events Minority Groups in Sport and Physical Activity Commercialisation and the Media Factors Affecting Participation in Sport and Physical Activity

Senior Games Programme Team Game

Rugby & Hockey

Football & Netball

Cricket

Rowing, Badminton, Fitness, Aerobics, Cross Country Running, Walking, Fives, Tennis,

PE Activity

Year 10 & 11 Core Physical Education Team Game

Rugby & Hockey

Football & Hockey

Cricket and Rounders

PE Activity

Fitness, Basketball Badminton

Fitness , Volleyball and Badminton

Athletics

Year 7, 8 & 9 Physical Education Team Game

Rugby & Hockey

Football and Hockey

Fitness

Fitness

Cricket and Rounders

PE Activity

Basketball

Badminton

Gymnastics

Volleyball

Athletics

Eton Activity

Rowing

Fives

Fives

Fives

Rowing

Examination Technique

Goal Setting, Attribution, Confidence and Self Efficacy, Leadership, Stress Management, Ethics & Deviance, Drugs and Doping, Violence, Gambling

Application

A Level 13

Energy for Exercise, Adenosine Triphosphate and energy transfer, ATP resynthesis, ATP resynthesis during exercise of differing intensities and durations, The recovery Process, Exercise at Altitude and in Heat, Injury Prevention, Linear Motion, Angular Motion, Fluid Mechanics, Projectile Motion

Sport and Society

Performance

Sports Psychology

Character

Anatomy & Exercise Physiology

All year 7 students are offered an engaging, broad and balanced curriculum to encourage enjoyment and participation within our PE curriculum. Whilst maintaining a challenging environment to ensure the development of core skills where students feel confident to develop and learn, where participation is monitored, measured and celebrated.

In addition to our PE lesson we also incorporate a personalised and creative Sports Science theory element to introduce and inspire our students to develop an understanding of a healthy active lifestyle.

Students are introduced to more competitive sporting calendar to develop a passion and enthusiasm for sport participation.

Term 1 Girls Team Game

Hockey

Boys Team Game

Rugby

Term 2

Term 3

Netball

Rugby

Athletics

Football Hockey

PE Lesson

Basketball

Badminton

Gymnastics

Volleyball

Athletics

Eton Activity

Rowing

Fives

Fives

Fives

Rowing

The Big Question

Am I confident enough to lead a warm up and cool down?

Warm Up Cool Down Sports Science Lesson

Fitness Testing

Components of Fitness Fitness testing

Assessment

Can I state the components of fitness and identify each fitness test?

Can I name all of the methods of training?

Methods of Training

Can I name the different types of practice?

Can I name the three sporting continuums and the start and end point of each?

Importance of a warm up and cool down Skill Classification

Types of Practice

Can you apply the theory covered to the summer activities?

Recap Components of Fitness and Methods of Training specific to athletic events and current sports

Formative / Summative, Self / Peer / teacher Observations, End of Unit Assessment, Fitness Tests

Recap Components of Fitness and Methods of Training specific to athletic events and current sports

Summer Trial

The year 8 curriculum is designed to build upon previous learned skills over a broad range of sports. Whilst continuing the application of Sport Science, students will develop further understanding and be introduced to new content for promotion of leading a healthy active lifestyle. Students are provided with a competitive sporting calendar to further stimulate a passion and enthusiasm for sport participation.

Term 1 Girls Team Game

Hockey

Boys Team Game

Rugby

Term 2

Term 3

Netball

Rugby

Athletics

Football

Tennis

Hockey

PE Lesson

Basketball

Badminton

Gymnastics

Volleyball

Athletics

Eton Activity

Rowing

Fives

Fives

Fives

Rowing

Am I confident enough to lead a warm up and cool down?

The Big Question

Can I apply my knowledge of components of fitness and methods of training to different sports?

Can I identify Fitness Classes and state the positives of them?

Components of Fitness Sports Science

Assessment

Methods of Training

Fitness Classes

Can I justify why some sports will use different methods of training compared to another?

Identify the positives and negatives of the Fitness tests?

Methods of training

Fitness Tests

Can I state the different types of practice?

Can I state the three sporting continuums?

Application of theory to sport

Classifications of skill Forms of practice

Application of knowledge to athletics

Types of guidance

Formative / Summative, Self / Peer / teacher Observations, End of Unit Assessment, Fitness Tests

Summer Trial

For our pupils we will develop existing skills that they have required over the previous years.

We aim to make the learning enjoyable and challenging to stretch and develop their skills in a more competitive environment. To encourage collaboration between new and existing students to help assist the development of each others learning.

To create a more competitive and challenging environment to stimulate and further stretch the ability of our students. This would be achieved by mastering existing skills and developing more advanced skills.

To provide our students with the key fundamental to develop the importance of living a healthy active lifestyle and increasing their longevity of life, through a stimulating and challenging Sport science lesson.

Students are provided a very competitive sporting calendar to further increase their knowledge and abilities in various sporting environments, to stretch and challenge their abilities. Whilst also providing the opportunity to continue participation in recreational sport.

Term 1

Term 2 Netball

Hockey

Girls Team Game

Rugby

Athletics

Football

Rugby

Boys Team Game

Term 3

Hockey

PE Lesson

Basketball

Badminton

Gymnastics

Volleyball

Athletics

Eton Activity

Rowing

Fives

Fives

Fives

Rowing

Can I evaluate why certain sports or positions would be more suitable for a component of fitness &/or a method of training?

The big question

Sports Science Lesson

Assessment

Can I state the planes axis and levers and where they are in the body?

Can I explain the benefits of the seven different components of a balanced diet

Do I understand how socio cultural influences and commercialisation can affect sporting participation?

Can I justify why different sports have different optimum weights?

Am I able to apply all the previous terms knowledge in preparation for the exam?

Components of fitness Methods of Training Fitness Tests

Diet Macro and Micro nutrients Optimum Weight Sedentary Lifestyle Drugs

Recap on last terms theory Drugs Socio Cultural Issues Levers, Axis, Planes Commercialisation for the media, spectator and sponsor

Recap Warm up & Cool down Types of Practise Forms of Guidance Classification of a skill Mental Preparation

Can I apply the knowledge gathered to different sports and justify why they are relevant?

Can I apply the knowledge gathered to different sports and justify why they are relevant?

Application of knowledge to summer sports

Formative / Summative / Self / Peer Assessment, Teacher Observations / End of Unit Assessment / Fitness Tests

Application of knowledge to summer sports

Summer Trial

The Year 10 Core PE curriculum is designed to engage students in a healthy active lifestyle. An emphasis is placed on making students aware of the benefits of this lifestyle and aims to encourage continued participation both in and outside of school.

A variety of sports are offered to ensure students are given the opportunity to identify potential areas of strength. Teacher focus is shared equally between developing physical ability as well as key social skills such as resilience, teamwork and effective decision-making.

Term 1

Term 2

Term 3

PE lesson

Fitness Basketball Badminton

Fitness Volleyball Badminton

Athletics

Girls Games

Hockey

Netball

Rounders

Boys Games

Rugby

Football

Cricket Softball

Assessment

Formative / Summative / Self / Peer / teacher Observations / End of Unit Assessment / Fitness Tests

Students will receive a well-rounded introduction to the world of PE, sport and sport science through the combination of physical performance and academic challenges. The GCSE PE content encourages students to contextualise theory and to develop and apply their knowledge, understanding and quality of performances in practical assessments. Students also learn to understand how the physiological and psychological state affects performance in physical activity and sport, they also learn the importance of physical activity and sport make to health, fitness and well-being. Students also complete coursework which applies their knowledge into a practical setting.

Term 1

Topic

Health, fitness and well being

Physical Training

Sports Psychology

Fitness and body systems

Health, fitness and well being

Health, fitness and well being

A detailed look at energy use, diet, nutrition and hydration.

Summary of Content

Assessment

Term 2

Understanding performance enhancing drugs and effects on performance

Exam style questions -

Developing a personal exercise plan, carrying out fitness testing and trying different methods of training.

A detailed look at how physical, social and emotional health can affect performance End of Unit trial

The importance of goal setting, forms of guidance and classification of skill to optimise performance.

Applying the principles of training, PAR-Q to training sessions.

Exam style questions -

Term 3 Sports Psychology

Applied anatomy and physiology The benefits of mental preparation on performance.

Analysing data to improve performance.

Movement analysis

Socio-cultural influence

Health, fitness and well-being

Physical Training

The mechanics of movement Treatment of sports injuries

Factors affecting participation in physical activity Completing a personal exercise programme

Functions and structures of the skeletal system

End of Unit trial

Exam style questions -

End of Year Trial

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Physical%20Education/2016/Specification%20and%20sample%20assessments/GCSE-physical-education-2016-specification.pdf

Practical and written coursework become the main focus at the start of Year 11. Practical moderation takes place at the College and is led by an external moderator. This happens around Easter. The majority of content is also taught by this point and this allows an opportunity to revisit and revise theoretical concepts taught in Year 10.

We have planned our GCSE and A Level specifications together. This ensures sensible progression of content from GCSE to A Level and similar approaches to assessment, so that students will have a coherent and diverse experience of physical education.

Term 1

Topic

Term 2

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Summary of Content

Studying the effects of exercise, training and diet on your cardiovascular, respiratory, skeletal systems

Assessment

Exam style questions

Term 3

Revision

Understanding the rules and how to assess risk in sport.

A look back through Year 10 content and revising key topics.

Understanding the rules and how to assess risk in sport.

Investigate the reasons why people take part in sport and physical activity.

Supported by past paper practice and revision workshops

Mock exam both pa-

Exam style questions

Past Papers

Revision GCSE Exams

GCSE Exams

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Physical%20Education/2016/Specification%20and%20sample%20assessments/GCSE-physical-education-2016-specification.pdf

A Level Physical Education will equip learners with both a depth and breadth of knowledge, understanding and skills relating to scientific, psychological, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical education.

Physiological factors affecting performance equates to 40% of the overall A Level grade and is allocated three lessons per week.

1.1 Applied Anatomy and Physiology 1.2 Exercise Physiology

1.3 Biomechanics This component focuses on developing the students knowledge of the science behind physical activity. This includes the structure and function of key systems in the human body, the forces that act upon us and the adaptations we make to our bodies through diet and training regimes.

Through the study of this component, students will gain a deeper understanding of key systems in the body and how they react to changes in diet and exercise. They will also study the effects of force and motion on the body and how these effects can be used in physical activities to our advantage.

Term 1 Topic

Summary of Content

Assessment

Term 2

Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems

Skeletal and Muscular Systems

Diet and Nutrition

Preparation and Training Methods

Biomechanics Revision Biomechanical Principles Newton's laws of motion Force Levers Analysis through the use of technology

Joints, movement and muscles: shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle Planes of movement Functional roles of muscles and types of contraction

Analysis of movement Skeletal muscle contraction Muscular contraction during exercise of differing intensities and during recovery

Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems at: rest during exercise recovery

Components of healthy, balance diet Ergogenic Aids Aerobic, Strength, Flexibility Training Periodisation of training Impact of training on diseases

End of Unit Test

Exam Paper

End of Unit test

Exam Paper

Term 1

Topic

Term 3

Energy for Exercise

Term 2 Energy cont‌ Body Systems

Injury prevention and rehabilitation

End of Unit Test

Year 12 Trails

Term 3

Biomechanics

*The recovery process Exercise at Altitude Exercise in the heat

Summary of Content

*Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) and energy transfer *Energy systems and ATP resynthesis *ATP resynthesis during exercise of differing intensities and durations *The recovery process

Acute and chronic Injuries injury prevention Responding to Injuries in a sporting context Rehabilitation of injury

Linear Motion Angular Motion Fluid Mechanics Projectile Motion

Assessment

End of Unit Test

Exam Paper

Year 13 Mock Exams

Past Papers

Revision A Level Exams

A Level Exams

https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/234833-specification-accredited-a-level-gce-physical-education-h555.pdf

A Level Physical Education will equip learners with both a depth and breadth of knowledge, understanding and skills relating to scientific, psychological, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical education.

Psychological factors affecting performance equates to 20% of the overall A Level grade and is allocated three lessons per week.

2.1 Skill Acquisition 2.2. Sports Psychology This component focuses on the psychological factors affecting physical activities and sports. This includes models and theories that affect learning and performance in physical activities, how different methods of training and feedback work and why their effectiveness differs from person to person. It also includes psychological factors affecting group dynamics and the effects of leadership and stress on performers. Through the study of this component, learners will gain a deeper understanding of the underlying psychological factors that influence our performance in physical activity and sport. They will learn how to apply the theories to practical examples, giving guidance and feedback in constructive ways that are suited to that individual’s personality; therefore assisting in developing practical performance in physical activities and sports.

Coursework and Practical Performance make up 30% of a students overall grade and towards the of the term, some teaching time will be allocated to this. The Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI) requires students to observe a live or recorded performance by a peer in either their own assessed performance activity or another activity. Through observation, students will provide an oral response analysing and critically evaluating the performance. This requires application of all three theoretical components studied on this course.

Topic

Summary of Content

Assessment

Term 1

Term 2

Skill Acquisition

Sports Psychology

Term 3

Sports Psychology

Coursework/EAPI Revision

Classification of Skill Stages of Learning Guidance Types and Methods of Practice Feedback

Transfer of Skills Principles and Theories of Learning movement skills Memory Models

Individual Differences; Personality Attitude Motivation

Anxiety Arousal Aggression

Social Facilitation Group and team dynamics in sport

Identifying strengths and weaknesses Application of Theory Designing an action plan

End of Unit test

Exam Paper

End of Unit test

Exam Paper

End of Unit Test

Year 12 Trails

Term 1 Topic

Term 2

Sports Psychology Goal Setting in sports performance Attribution

Summary of Content

Confidence and selfefficacy in sports Leadership in sport Stress Management to optimise performance

Coursework/EAPI

Revision of course

Term 3 A Level Exams

Review and Update EAPI Complete final oral response Complete practical moderation

Assessment

End of Unit test

End of Unit test

Year 13 Mocks

Past Papers

A Level Exams

https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/234833-specification-accredited-a-level-gce-physical-education-h555.pdf

A Level Physical Education will equip learners with both a depth and breadth of knowledge, understanding and skills relating to scientific, psychological, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical education.

Social-cultural issues in physical activity and sport equates to 20% of the overall A Level grade and is allocated 2 lessons per week.

3.1 Sport and Society 3.2 Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity and Sport This component focuses on the sociological and contemporary issues that influence and affect physical activity and sport for both the audience and the performer and how sport affects society. It includes the emergence and evolution of modern sport and how social and cultural factors shaped the characteristics of sports and pastimes in pre-industrial and post-industrial Britain. Students are exposed to the impact and exploitation of the modern Olympic Games as well as the impacts on society of hosting global sporting events. Students are finally asked to consider how the ever-evolving modern technology is influencing sports performers and spectators as well as applying practical examples.

Coursework and Practical Performance make up 30% of a students overall grade and towards the of the term, some teaching time will be allocated to this. The Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI) requires students to observe a live or recorded performance by a peer in either their own assessed performance activity or another activity. Through observation, students will provide an oral response analysing and critically evaluating the performance. This requires application of all three theoretical components studied on this course.

Topic

Summary of Content

Assessment

Term 1

Term 2

Term 3

Sport and Society

Sport and Society

Coursework Revision

How social factors (Class, Gender, Law and Order, Education, Time, Money and Transport) shaped the characteristics of participation and sport in; Pre-industrial Britain Post 1850 industrial Britain 20th century Britain 21st century Britain

The Modern Olympics Political Exploitation of the Olympic Games; Berlin 1936 Mexico 196 Munich 1972 Moscow 1980 Los Angeles 1984

Hosting Global Event Positive and negative impacts on the host country/city Sporting Social Economic Political

End of Unit test

End of Unit test

Exam Paper

Exam Paper

Term 1 Topic

Summary of Content

Assessment

Term 2

Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity and Sport

Contemporary Issues

Ethics and Deviance; Drugs and Doping Violence Gambling

Commercialisation and Media; Positive and negative impacts of both on Society Sports Performers Spectators

Routes to sporting excellence in the UK

End of Unit test

End of Unit test

Year 13 Mocks

Coursework/EAPI Revision of course

Gather evidence for practical performance Competitive Log

End of Unit Test

Year 12 Trails

Term 3 A Level Exams

Complete practical moderation

Modern Technology in Sport—its impact on; Elite Level Sport Particpation Fair Outcomes Entertainment Past Papers

A Level Exams

https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/234833-specification-accredited-a-level-gce-physical-education-h555.pdf

Underpinning our knowledge rich curriculum are essential skills. Both knowledge and skills intertwine to enrich the learning experience of our students at Holyport College. Our curriculum has been designed to ensure the students acquire the knowledge and skills that they need and gives them opportunities to practice and apply them over time, in order to master them. The following skills are vitally important and are assessed at regular intervals throughout each academic year.

These are the assessment descriptors' for the key skills in Physical Education ; 

Character

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Knowledgeable - Can quickly and effectively react and adapt to changing situations, needs plus abilities - Can provide complex fault analysis - Has a deep understanding of the game - Knows how to improve whole team performances

Habitual - Decisions have a positive effective on individuals, whole team and opponents performances - Accurate decision making is automatic and without delay - Has outstanding tactical awareness Focused - Completely focussed on the task at hand.

- Need to achieve.

-Good use of time management. 

Application

- Linking theory to specific practical examples and benefits to performance/performer and effect on performance/performer

Performance

- Being able to select and perform appropriate skills consistently, precisely and with control and fluency, adapting them to suit a variety of situations in authentic conditioned, competitive environments for their chosen activity.

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Examination Technique

- Have

sound knowledge and understanding of the topic in order to write developed statements using relevant examples on the effect on the performer and on the performance that are balanced and succinct.

- Explanations will be factually accurate and sustained responses that relate well to the question with appropriate conclusions made using appropriate terminology, and organises material clearly and coherently. Spelling, punctuation and grammar will be accurate throughout the response.

- Analyse and evaluate statistical data from their own results and interpret against normative data in physical activity and sport

Link to full A Level and GCSE Skills Assessment Grid for Physical Education