The PE department wish all students to be involved in a variety of activities. Our lessons and clubs aim to allow all students to be included regardless of ability. We aim to encourage all students to enjoy and improve in their chosen sports. Most importantly we are very keen for students to develop the skills, and knowledge to enhance their level of fitness.
It is important to give students the necessary confidence to be fully involved in sport within school as well as when they leave school. As a team we try and follow four main aims within the department:
- For Physical Education lessons to be fun and enjoyable to all students regardless of prior experiences.
- To actively encourage and promote 100% participation and involvement by all students in all activities.
- To allow all students to develop at their own pace, and encourage students to be motivated and realise their full sporting potential.
- To allow the opportunity for students to develop their sporting knowledge through good practical lessons as well as an opportunity to follow GCSE, AS/A2 level and BTEC courses as well as providing opportunities to gain coaching qualifications.
Recently the department was awarded Sports College Status which has recognised our excellent standards of teaching reflected by our outstanding examination results.
Through access to Sports College initiatives we now offer GCSE and A level courses alongside a range of vocational BTEC courses, covering a number of modules which include 'The Body in Sport' and 'Preparation for Sport'
Furthermore we now actively encourage students to assume leadership roles both within the classroom and with younger sporting groups. More and more or our students are being accredited with JSLA, CSLA and Haybridge Sports Leadership Awards.
Junior sports leadership level 1.
We now have a course being offered to current year 11’s which is the Junior Sports Leadership Level 1. This is the first stage of leadership. We give this as an option in Year 11 which is a worthwhile qualification to achieve.
This course requires one hour of leadership after acquiring the skills of organisation, communication and the ability to lead safe active sessions for children who are younger. Many students use this award as a stepping stone towards specific sporting qualifications.
Sport Specific Awards
Many of our students excel in coaching roles. We can help further qualify young people in specific sporting qualifications such as Junior netball Organisers and Junior Football Organisers.
Community Sports Leaders Level 2
This course is currently running as part of year 12 BTEC course and for certain individuals who are interested in coaching and leadership. These students must be aged 16 . The course requires training in areas such as planning sporting sessions for children and organising the equipment, communication, progression of activities and adaptability. Students also need to commit to at least ten hours of leadership in the community before they gain their certification.
The qualification is run by British Sports Trust. For more information, see their web site at British Sports Trust - BST.org.uk
There are continued plans to enhance our facilities and teaching areas with our current emphasis now being on developing a thorough, active and enjoyable Healthy Living Programme.
The department can boast of many high level sports performances in a range of sports. The Sports College Status will allow us to invest in Extra-Curricular sport, alongside current activities we hope to enhance our Rugby, Fencing, Racket Sports and Cricket further.
Key Stage 3
The students are introduced to a range of activities and sports. Within each area covered they are encouraged to expand and develop their level of skill. They are encouraged to understand how to prepare for sport. As students' experiences develop they should become accustomed to taking and organising their own 'mini lessons'
Students are assessed in a number of strands from the new curriculum. these include outwitting opponents, accurate replication, performing to maximum levels and exercising safety and efficiently. whilst these terms are relatively unfamiliar students compete various sporting events, in order to develop and enhance their understanding.
Key Stage 4
The students' level of skill, understanding and fitness will have improved. Students will be encouraged to have the confidence to refine their standards of performance. Whenever possible they will be actively encouraged to take responsibility for their own physical training programme.
Again students will revisit their 'favourite' activities as well as being introduced to other sports. Some students will also begin an academic study of sport and its many facets through a demanding GCSE course. The course combines both practical and theoretical elements. Students can also follow vocational pathways offered by BTEC.
Many students are now involved in sport, whilst others are encouraged to develop life skills enabling them to maintain a full and active involvement in sport away from school. often students have the opportunity to experience sports in keeping with their own strengths and enthusiasm.
Key Stage 5
The students are encouraged to get involved in a range of extra-curricular activities. There is a vibrant A level in PE which allows students to apply and enhance their knowledge of sport. There is also a BTEC course on offer to post 16 Students. Students are encouraged to utilise their own expertise in organising sports clubs for younger years. They are also utilised for their organising and officiating capabilities.
In AS and A-Level, students are assessed as part of their course, so ideally are fully involved in sport away from school. each year students get fully involved in the department volunteering in coaching, house competitions and even developing revision resources.
Within Haybridge we have 3 dedicated classrooms, were students are encouraged to get involved. P.E students 'should be active' thus group work is encouraged. Two of the class rooms have good ICT resources and the department has developed good intranet resources which students have access to.
Many students leave the Sixth form and continue to study sport or be involved with it. recent students have left us to study coaching, sports Psychology, medicine, teaching and physiotherapy.