1st to 3rd Forms
All pupils receive a double period of Physical Education per week. The lessons are based upon a philosophy of Sport for All, which promotes an improvement in skill and fitness levels within an organised, disciplined, and caring environment. We support all ability ranges to ensure that each pupil achieves their potential and has a positive experience, which gives them the interest to continue with sport as they move through the school and beyond. The sports that we coach include swimming, badminton, athletics, basketball, and tennis.
A LEVEL
The course will appeal to students wishing to continue their Sports Studies at university and beyond. If they have aspirations of becoming a professional sportsperson or entering the leisure industry or perhaps moving into the teaching profession then this course is for them.
The subject combines well with Biology and there are a number of cross-curricular topics. Universities will accept PE as a qualification for entry to most degree courses, but, as with all subjects, its acceptability depends on the particular university’s course requirements.
The A Level syllabus consists of:
Paper 1 (30%) – Physiological factors affecting performance
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology
- Exercise Physiology
- Biomechanics
Paper 2 (20%) – Psychological factors affecting performance
- Skill Acquisition
- Sports Psychology
Paper 3 (20%) – Socio-Cultural Issues
Contemporary Issues
- Physical Activity & Sport
Paper 4 (30%)
- Performance Evaluation & Analysis of Performance
GCSE
Applied anatomy and physiology; Physical training; Physical factors affecting performance: 60 marks 1 hour written paper (30%of total)
Socio-cultural influences; Sports psychology; Health, fitness and well-being; Socio-cultural issues and sports psychology: 60 marks 1 hour written paper (30% of total)
Practical activity assessment; Evaluating and Analysing Performance (AEP); Performance in physical education (03): 80 marks non-exam assessment (NEA) (40% of total GCSE)
With the increased importance of leisure in our culture, there are numerous vocational opportunities linked with sport. Embarking on this first rung of the ladder will be of interest to all those intent on becoming a professional sportsperson, or in a career related to leisure management or administration, coaching, or in the teaching of Physical Education or Sports Science.
Potential candidates should not see these courses as a means of simply playing more sport. They should be prepared for the considerable academic content of the subject.
It is important to note that any pupils wishing to go on to study A Level Physical Education at the school should, as a prerequisite, have studied the GCSE course in Physical Education. It would also be beneficial for these candidates to have studied GCSE Biology.