Physical Education
Our PE curriculum echoes our school mission statement, working together we succeed and thrive. We aim to offer all students opportunities through a broad and balanced curriculum which inspires them to lead healthy active lifestyles. We endeavour for our students to appreciate not only the physical benefits of sport, but also the broader mental, emotional and social benefits that Physical Education provides. Our inclusive and diverse curriculum sparks interest, curiosity and allows all students to feel comfortable, successful and part of our Highfield Community.
| Head of PE | Mr R Kemp |
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| Deputy Head of PE | Mr M Stepien |
| Teacher Dance | Mr Golds |
| Teachers of PE | Mrs J Oughton Miss N Little |
KS3 and KS4 Core PE
The PE Department offers a broad and balanced Curriculum allowing our students to participate in a range of sporting activities. Here at The Highfield School, all students will have the opportunity to achieve success, and can monitor their own development and progression throughout their time here.
As a school and department we value the importance of leading a healthy and active lifestyle and encourage our students to attend our extra-curricular clubs. As part of the Highfield lesson in Physical Education, we ask our students to participate in fitness based warm-ups to develop personal fitness levels.
KS4
GCSE PE (AQA)
GCSE Physical Education provides students with the knowledge and understanding of how to live a healthy and active lifestyle, enabling them to make informed choices about their own physical development. This specification is particularly suitable for students who wish to continue their studies in further education and for those who are interested in related career opportunities.
Assessments:
Paper 1: The human body and movement in physical activity and sport.
Written exam 1 hour and 15 minutes, 78 marks, 30% of GCSE.
Paper 2: Socio-cultural influences and well-being in physical activity and sport.
Written exam 1 hour 15 minutes, 78 marks, 30% of GCSE.
How it's assessed:
Non Exam Assessment (NEA):
Assessed by teachers, moderated by AQA, 100 marks, 40% of GCSE.
OCR National Sport Studies
Contemporary issues in sport – Students explore a range of topical and contemporary issues in sport, such as participation levels and barriers, promoting values and ethical behaviour, and how sport contributes to society as a whole beyond simply providing entertainment. (Written exam - 1 hour)
Developing sports skills - Students try out a range of sports-related skills and techniques including different practice methods for improving both their own performance in both individual and team sporting activities. (Centre-assessed tasks)
Sports Leadership - Students learn about some of the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to be an effective sport leader. They put their knowledge into practice by planning and delivering safe and effective sporting activity sessions. (Centre-assessed tasks)
Sport and the media - Students explore the relationship between sports and the media: how sport uses the media to promote itself and the media uses sport to expand and maintain uptake of its products. (Centre-assessed tasks)
BTEC Dance (Edexcel)
The BTEC Level 1/2 Tech Award in Performing Arts (Dance) offers an opportunity for students to experience a vocational course which explores different aspects of the performing arts industry. It provides a more practical based subject which will suit students who want a hands on approach. However there are theoretical elements throughout and three theory exams at the end of the two year course. By completing this course it will enable you to progress to a higher level qualification such as A Level Dance.
The course provides opportunities for students to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for a successful performance in working life. Students will explore the performing arts industry and have lots of chances to perform. The course is equivalent to one GCSE and is recognised by employers and educational institutions. It is broken down into three components, two which are internally assessed and one which is externally assessed.
Assessments:
You will be assessed both through practical and written work. Performances will include working to camera, small invited audiences and a large open audience in the annual Evening of Dance. You will be expected to reflect on your work, which will involve discussion within small groups and with the teacher to camera. You will need to produce written evidence of your strengths and weaknesses and complete research into various topics.
GCSE PE Curriculum Maps:
GCSE PE Applied Anatomy and Phsiology
GCSE PE Movement Analysis
OCR Sports Studies Curriculum Maps:
Sports Studies Contemporary Unit-Examined
Sports Studies Perfromance and Leadership in Sport Activities-topics 1 and 2
Sports Studies Sport and the Media
BTEC Dance
KS5
A Level PE
A-level Physical Education qualifications allow students to play to their strengths and gain dynamic theoretical and practical skills for further education or work. This specification is particularly suitable for students who wish to continue their studies in further education and for those who are interested in related career opportunities.
Assessments:
Paper 1:
Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport
Paper 2:
Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport
What's assessed?
Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology and Exercise physiology and biomechanics
Section B: Skill acquisition and Sport psychology
Section CL Sport and society and Technology in Sport
How it's assessed
Written exam: 2 hours (x2), 105 marks, 35% of A Level
Non-exam assessment:
Practical performance in physical activity and sport
What's assessed?
Students assessed as a performer of coach in the full sided version of one activity
How it's assessed?
Internal assessment, external moderation, 90 marks, 30% of A Level
A-Level PE
Year 12 A-Level PE Curriculum Plan - Autumn Term
Year 12 A-Level PE Curriculum Plan - Spring Term
Year 12 A-Level PE Curriculum Plan - Summer Term
Year 13 A-Level PE Curriculum Plan - Autumn Term
Year 13 A-Level PE Curriculum Plan - Spring Term
BTEC Level 3
BTEC Dance
KS5 Dance Unit 306 Curriculum Plan
KS5 Dance Unit 311 Curriculum Plan
KS5 Dance Unit 324 Curriculum Plan
KS5 Dance Unit 329 Curriculum Plan
