P.E.

At St Richard’s, our aim is to ensure that all children enjoy and are engaged in Physical Education and Sport. Through a well-structured and progressive PE curriculum, we enable all children to develop and challenge their knowledge, skill and understanding, so that they can perform with increasing confidence and competence in a range of physical activities We aim to improve health and well-being, promote active participation and lifelong learning, and for each child to fulfil their potential. We aim to ensure that the children’s experience of Physical Education is positive and motivating and that children’s attitudes to a healthy lifestyle are firmly embedded in our curriculum.

What does PE look like at St Richard’s ?

All children participate in 2 hours of PE each week. Teachers are provided with CPD from our PE specialist for at least one half term throughout the year in an area that they feel would benefit their PE teaching practice. Active learning is promoted within our core and foundation subjects as well as each class completing the active mile daily Opportunities to compete in sport and other activities are offered to all children in order to build character and help to embed our ST@R Qualities. We are committed members of the Hull Active Schools partnership and seize opportunities for our students to competing in their sporting festivals across the city We are proud of our achievements in sport

Assessment

PE is continuously assessed using Assessment for Learning and on the spot feedback. Peer assessment is also used.

Parental Links

Parents are invited into school to support their child during our annual sports days, they are also invited to watch their child representing the school where possible.