S1 and S2 Physical Education

AIMS OF COURSE

The specific aims are to enable pupils to improve their physical performance by developing the abilities underlying those skills which are fundamental to physical activities and by  practising and refining techniques. 

In Physical Education, it is within the context of engaging in Physical Activities that pupils develop creative responses (Expressing) critical appreciation (Evaluating) and interpersonal skills.  They also experience and gain knowledge and understanding of the role of exercise in good health; and develop a positive attitude to an active lifestyle and a concern for physical well-being.  The notion of health-related Physical Education is recognised as central to attaining the above aims.                 

COURSE CONTENT

The First and Second Year course is designed to make best use of the new P.E. facilities while affording the pupils an opportunity to gain experience in a variety of activities.  These activities would include for example, outdoor team games such as Hockey, Football, Rugby and Softball; indoor team games such as Basketball; Gymnastics;  Expressive Movement and Social Dance;  individual sports such as Badminton, Short Tennis and Swimming; fitness activities such as Aerobics, Circuit Training and Cross Country Running.

Further participation in most of these activities is provided extra-curricularly through the school inter-house sports competitions and in both Regional and National events. 

ASSESSMENT

Assessment of practical performance is undertaken continuously throughout the teaching block.  Expressing and Evaluating are assessed in a written test linked to video stimulus at various points throughout the course.