PE

Vision/Intent

Initially, in Key Stage 3, there is a strong focus on mastering fundamental PE skills, moving towards a range of more complex skills. In Key Stage 4, greater focus is placed on developing a tactical understanding of a range of sports. The ultimate goal is that students become competent and confident enough to take on leadership in PE and develop skills that would be beneficial for a future career in the sporting industry or any working environment.

The PE curriculum includes a range of sports. It is sequential in that some sports are revisited during an academic year, as well as year on year. Explicit links are made between the different sports and consistently build on prior knowledge. Crucial key course content in the Key Stage 4 PE exam features in Key Stage 3 lessons, so that students who decide to take PE as an option at Key Stage 4, already have a sound understanding of some of the theory content. Examples of this knowledge include bones and muscles in the body, as well as components of fitness and methods of training.

Lastly, the PE provision at Katherine Warington School promotes sporting excellence, with the intent to provide clear pathways beyond school for students who are talented or keen to seek careers in sport. To supplement this, students also have multiple opportunities to take part in extra-curricular activities and challenges e.g. through Period 7, clubs and external fixtures.

Year 7

Year 8

Enrichment/Extra-Curricular Clubs