Physical Education S1/S2

Type of classroom arrangements

First and Second year have 2 periods of physical education per week.

What is expected of you regarding homework and class work

First and second year are given no homework for physical education.

For class work we expect you to:-

Have a complete change of clothing which will suit the nature of the activity.

Change at the start and end of each lesson quickly and quietly and have a regard for others and their property.

You must try your best and achieve your potential regardless of your ability.

Skills which the subject is intended to develop

Physical skills - skills to perform and achieve potential in athletics, basketball, dance, gymnastics, hockey, rugby, soccer, swimming and volleyball.

Knowledge to make pupils better understand their performance in those activities. This may be tested in one or two activities.

To develop a positive attitude to health and fitness through a Lifestyle Project that will also involve other departments.

Assessment and profiling

You will be assessed using 5-14 strands. At the start of each block you will be made aware of what is needed to achieve different levels.

All information concerning your progress through the P E Department will be kept in pupil profiles in the Department. During Parents' Evening they can be accessed at any time by parents who wish to see the progress of their child.