What we want children to learn
We want every child at Carrwood Primary School to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to participate fully in physical education and sport. Our curriculum is designed to help pupils:
- Build strong foundations in movement, coordination, balance and control from the earliest years.
- Understand the importance of physical activity and making healthy lifestyle choices.
- Master fundamental skills such as running, jumping, throwing and catching, and apply them in a range of activities.
- Develop teamwork, communication and simple tactical awareness through team games.
- Explore dance and movement patterns that encourage creativity and expression.
- Progress to more advanced skills in Key Stage Two, including flexibility, strength, technique and control.
- Experience a broad range of sports, outdoor challenges and competitive opportunities.
- Learn the values of fairness, respect, resilience and good sportsmanship.
How we teach it
- Our PE curriculum is carefully planned to ensure progression, enjoyment and inclusivity for all pupils. Lessons are structured to build confidence, encourage participation and allow children to practise, refine and apply their skills in meaningful contexts.
- In EYFS, children learn through active play, developing coordination, control and movement while beginning to understand how physical activity supports their health.
- In Key Stage One, teaching focuses on fundamental movement skills, simple tactics, team games and basic dance patterns.
- In Key Stage Two, pupils apply skills with increasing accuracy and control across a wide range of sports, including athletics, gymnastics, dance and competitive games. They also take part in outdoor and adventurous activities that promote problem-solving and teamwork.
What children will achieve
By the time children leave Carrwood Primary School, they will:
- Be physically confident and competent across a broad range of activities.
- Understand how to lead a healthy, active lifestyle and make informed choices about their wellbeing.
- Demonstrate improved personal performance by setting goals and striving for their personal best.
- Apply tactical understanding in competitive games and work effectively as part of a team.
- Show creativity and control in dance and movement.
- Approach physical challenges with resilience, determination and a positive attitude.
- Appreciate the values of fairness, respect and sportsmanship, both in PE and in wider school life.
- Have developed a genuine enjoyment of physical activity that they can carry into adulthood.
Our vision
At Carrwood Primary School, our vision is to inspire every child to enjoy physical activity, embrace challenge and develop a lifelong love of sport. We believe that high-quality physical education not only strengthens physical health but also builds character, confidence and community. Through a rich and varied curriculum, we aim to nurture pupils who are active, motivated and ready to participate fully in the wider world.
