Physical Education

Subject Mission Statement

Our curriculum promotes inclusion, equality and diversity through a broad, balanced and varied curriculum that is progressive across all key stages.

Students learn skills and understanding by participating in competitive experiences, purposeful skills-based practices and fitness-based activities. Students also develop physical confidence, build on their health, fitness and well-being and develop character values.

The curriculum also promotes the academic aspect of PE through differentiated pathways preparing them for future opportunities.

Overview

A Level Sports Science and Physical Education is designed to follow on from GCSE PE, although GCSE PE is not a requirement for students wishing to follow this course. Students will specialise in one sport as part of the practical assessment or be assessed coaching. It is essential that students are actively involved participating in their sport in a club. Students will need to keep a log of their training and competitive fixtures undertaken during Year 12 and 13. This course will develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of factors that underpin physical activity and sport in an academic setting. Modules include Anatomy and Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Sport and Society, Contemporary Issues in Sport and Sports Psychology. A variety of study methods are used on this course including Problem Solving, Debate, Discussion and Presentations, Practical Performance and Oral Observation of Live Performances. This course is academic in nature so practical lessons are limited to specific activities.

KS5 Intent Statement

Our KS5 curriculum an academic curriculum which progresses learning from Key Stage 4 which is matched to our student intake profile and is delivered through the differentiated pathways of A Level and Cambridge Technical qualifications.

Our KS5 curriculum further promotes the academic aspects PE and Sport academic and vocational studies as in KS4. Literacy is further promoted through extended writing and extended oral work, combined with the use of more challenging key subject scientific, psychological and socio-cultural terminology. Progress made is regularly identified in learning through tracking and celebrated by sharing best work and by rewarding it through the rewards policy

The KS5 curriculum inspires and engages students whilst also equipping them with cultural capital successfully broadening horizons and preparing them for progression at 18, and for their future life as learners, employees and informed citizens in the field of sport, recreation and health.

Through KS2 primary links students participate in events that develop their planning, organisation and leadership skills.

Opportunities are available for students to develop into future leaders through subject ambassador roles and further promoting their subject as well as coaching and officiating younger students in extra-curricular activities.

Enrichment opportunities allow participation in a range of health, fitness and competitive activities, which help to support living a sustained active health lifestyle and to develop new interests which may be undertaken in future life. 

Qualification Details

Exam Board: OCR
Qualification Title: Physical Education
Qualification Specification Code: H555
Qualification Webpage: Click here to visit the OCR webpage for the specification.

Entry Requirements

Standard Sixth Form entry requirements

What will I study in this qualification?

The summary of components is as follows:

• Physiological factors affecting Performance (Anatomy and Physiology)

• Psychological factors affecting Performance (Sports Psychology)

• Socio-cultural issues in Physical Activity and Sport (Contemporary Issues)

• Performance in Physical Education (Practical or Coaching)

Possible Career Paths

Sports related degrees, Sports Science, Coaching, Teaching, Physiotherapy, Sports Statistics, Sports Psychologist, Recreational Management, Sport and Leisure Industry and many more. Learners will also develop the transferable skills that are in demand by Further Education, Higher Education and employers in all sectors of industry. This specification will create confident, independent thinkers and effective decision makers who can operate effectively as individuals or as part of a team – all skills that will enable them to stand out and effectively promote themselves as they progress through life.

Who should I speak to if I need further information?

Miss Swan, Mr Dean