Curriculum
Physical Education
The measure of who we are is what we do with what we have - Vince Lombardi
Core PE
Students have 1 lesson a week of core PE. Students decide upon the curriculum they would like to follow from a series of options. All are varied and reflect the interests of the students. There is more emphasis placed upon competition, for those that want it. Equally, students can decide upon a curriculum that emits competition and focuses on physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.
Course outline:
GCSE PE
3 lessons each week (2 theory and 1 practical)
Exam board Edexcel http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/physical-education-2009.html
In the practical lessons students will cover a variety of sports and physical activities to become competent and skilled in four different activities. Students will be assessed throughout the year and a practical moderation will take place at the end of the second year. The practical side makes up 60% of the marks and includes a personal exercise programme, an analysis of performance and an assessment of tactics and strategies.
Theory focuses on healthy, active lifestyles, anatomy, physiology and personal exercise. In June of Year 11 there is a 90 minute, 90 mark exam. This makes up 40% of the overall grade.
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
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Year 10
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Healthy, active lifestyles. Influences on your healthy, active lifestyles. Practical sport. |
Exercise and fitness as part of your healthy, active lifestyle. Physical activity as part of your healthy, active lifestyle. Practical sport. |
Your personal health and well-being. Practical sport. |
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Year 11
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Physical activity and your healthy mind and body. A healthy, active lifestyle and your cardiovascular system. A healthy, active lifestyle and your respiratory system. Practical sport. |
A healthy, active lifestyle and your muscular system. A healthy, active lifestyle and your skeletal system. Practical sport. |
Exam |
Students will create a portfolio to demonstrate their understanding of the units. There is one external exam based on the unit of preparing and planning for health and fitness. The portfolio will make up 75% of their overall grade with the exam carrying 25% of the marks. Students will be graded with a Pass, Merit or Distinction at the end of the two year course.
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
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Year 10
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Principles of Health and Fitness. Main Body Systems. Body Composition and Fitness. |
Preparing and Planning for Health and Fitness. |
Written Exam. |
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Year 11
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Healthy Lifestyles. Food and living a healthy lifestyle. Does motivation affect participation? |
Develop a personal health and fitness programme. Carry out personal health and fitness programme. Evaluate effectiveness of health and fitness programme. |
Study leave |
Progression pathways and careers
Students are able to follow a level 3 pathway. Students go on to a range of careers including physiotherapy; PE teacher; Sports therapist; Sports Journalism and Sports coach. As well as developing healthy lifestyles.
Useful links
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/
http://www.theguardian.com/uk/sport
http://www.skysports.com/
http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/physical-education-2009.html
http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/physical-education-2008.html
Contact
Ms Kirsty Downing, Head of PE, DowningK@hendonschool.co.uk
Twitter – Hendon_pe