Intent

Physical Education at Stamford Park Primary School is an essential part of our curriculum and is designed to develop pupils’ physical competence, confidence, and enjoyment of being active. Through a broad and balanced programme, pupils are taught the skills and understanding they need to take part in a wide range of physical activities, while developing resilience, teamwork, and a positive attitude towards healthy living.

Our PE curriculum promotes physical skillfulness, giving pupils opportunities to be creative, competitive, and challenged, both individually and as part of a team. Lessons are planned to ensure pupils build on prior learning, develop fundamental movement skills, and apply these in increasingly complex activities as they progress through the school.

At Stamford Park Primary School, we also use PE as an opportunity to reinforce the importance of physical and mental wellbeing. Pupils are encouraged to understand how exercise benefits the body and mind, and how regular participation in physical activity supports a healthy lifestyle. We aim to develop lifelong habits of enjoyment in physical activity, while ensuring pupils understand the risks associated with inactivity and improper use of the body.

PE also supports learning across the wider curriculum. Where appropriate, teachers make links to other subjects such as mathematics, for example through measuring distance, time and speed, or exploring concepts such as angles, direction, and movement patterns. Pupils are also encouraged to develop speaking and listening skills by describing and evaluating their own performance and that of others, supporting vocabulary development and communication, including for pupils with EAL.

Our Physical Education curriculum at Stamford Park Primary School is delivered through the following areas:

• Gymnastics
• Dance
• Swimming
• Games
• Athletics
• Outdoor and Adventurous Activities

Through these strands, pupils develop physical skills, confidence, cooperation and a lifelong appreciation for staying active and healthy.

Links to our values:

• Respect – Following rules, respecting equipment, and demonstrating fair play.
• Cooperation – Working effectively as part of a team and supporting others.
• Consideration – Showing good sportsmanship and encouraging others.
• Resilience – Demonstrating determination, perseverance, and a willingness to improve performance.

National Curriculum Alignment:

Our Physical Education curriculum is carefully designed in line with the Primary National Curriculum for PE. It ensures coverage of statutory requirements, including developing competence in a broad range of physical activities, engaging in competitive sports, and understanding how to lead healthy, active lives. The curriculum is sequenced to support progression of skills, knowledge, and physical development from EYFS through to Year 6, preparing pupils for the next stage of education.

Relevant National Curriculum guidance:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-curriculum-in-england-physical-education-programmes-of-study