Physical Education

Staff

Head of Department

Mr D Robb

Subject Teachers

Mr P Lowry (Senior Teacher)
Mrs L Crothers (P/T)
Mr N Gamble
Mrs H Watson
Mrs R Mitchell-Cram
Miss A Benson
Mr D Dougherty
Mr T Cross

Aims

In accordance with the NI Curriculum, the Physical Education department aims to ensure that each pupil will:

realise their full potential in PE
gain and refine a range of physical skills and techniques through frequent and regular participation in a balanced programme of physical activity
increase their knowledge and understanding of physical activity and learn to prioritise health and fitness for current and future lifestyles
develop a range of desirable personal qualities such as self-esteem, self-confidence, discipline and perseverance
interact and co-operate with others, working towards common goals, and developing a sense of fair play, tolerance and empathy for others
develop a community conscience and contribute to whole school life through participating in the extra-curricular sports programme
where appropriate, achieve in public examinations and gain access to higher education
become aware of career opportunities through PE

Information regarding the correct PE and Games Kit can be found within the School's Uniform Policy.

New Kukri School Coat now available

Key Stage 3

At Key Stage 3, pupils are provided with the following:

Physical Education: 2 periods per week at Years 8, 9 and 10
Games Lessons: 2 periods per week at Years 8 and 9; 1 period at Year 10

Key Stage 4

At Key Stage 4, pupils are provided with the following:

Physical Education: 1 x 35 minute period per week at Years 11 and 12
Games Lessons: 2 x 35 minute periods per week at Years 11 and 12

Opportunities to extend and develop the activities undertaken within Physical Education and Games are made available through the extensive RHS extra-curricular sports programme.

GCSE

Our pupils study the AQA GCSE Physical Education (Full Course) specification.

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. Students can choose from a variety of roles and activities in which to participate in physical activity.

Students will learn how to analyse and evaluate performance and suggest effective plans for improvement.

A Level

A-level Physical Education builds on students' experience from Key Stage 4 and GCSE to enhance their knowledge and increase their understanding of the factors that affect performance and participation in Physical Education. The qualification aims to equip students with skills and knowledge required for higher education or the world of work.

Our pupils have the choice to study either:

An A level in PE with the WJEC Board. This specification gives students the opportunity to experience and develop an interest in a variety of roles in sport, such as performer, official or coach.

A BTEC National level 3 Diploma in sport. This specification is equivalent to achieving 2 A-level grades and gives students the opportunity to study a more vocational based course that is still accepted by the likes of UUJ and Queens University.

Careers

The burgeoning role of physical activity in today’s society has greatly expanded the career opportunities available within the sport and leisure industry. The following list provides examples of such career pathways: