Woodside’s Physical Education Curriculum

“Physical education is not just about the body—it is about developing confidence, character and teamwork.” – Primary‑appropriate

At Woodside, we believe PE plays a vital role in developing not only physical skill and fitness, but confidence, resilience, teamwork and wellbeing. Our curriculum enables every child to participate, progress and enjoy a wide range of physical activities as part of a healthy, active lifestyle rooted in our Christian vision of living life in all its fullness.

A Curriculum Designed for Progression, Enjoyment and Inclusion

We use PE HUB planning to deliver a carefully sequenced curriculum that revisits prior learning and builds core skills progressively each year.

Children experience a broad range of disciplines including:

• Gymnastics
• Dance
• Attack, defend, shoot skills
• Hit, catch, run skills
• Athletics (run, jump, throw)
• Sending and returning
• Outdoor Adventure Activities (OAA)
• Team games such as football, hockey, tag rugby, basketball, handball and cricket

Each lesson begins with retrieval of previous learning to support long‑term memory and secure understanding of key skills and vocabulary.

Specialist coaches enhance our delivery and help provide pathways into local sport through extra‑curricular clubs and competitions.

Equality, Inclusion and Adapted Sports

We believe every child deserves access to high‑quality physical activity. At Woodside, equality in sport is actively promoted through:

• Wheelchair basketball opportunities
• Wheelchair tag rugby sessions
• Adapted and inclusive activities that allow pupils of all abilities to participate fully
• A curriculum designed to celebrate diversity, respect and teamwork

These adaptations help foster empathy, understanding and inclusivity—ensuring all pupils can succeed and enjoy sport.

Intra‑School and Inter‑School Competition

We participate actively in the North Warwickshire Sports Partnership, enabling pupils from all year groups to take part in competitive county sports fixtures across a wide range of sports.

This partnership opens doors to:

• Festivals and events
• Inter‑school competitions
• County‑level tournaments
• Pathways for talented young athletes

Within school, we run regular inter‑house competitions, allowing pupils to represent their house teams, build sportsmanship and celebrate teamwork.

A Curriculum That Builds Knowledge, Values and Character

Our PE curriculum is underpinned by the school’s core Christian and British values, which are woven into every lesson:

• Respect
• Love
• Challenging injustice
• Hope
• Forgiveness
• Tolerance
• Diversity
• Rule of law
• Individual liberty

Children learn how to win with grace, lose with dignity, support teammates and respect opponents—skills that extend far beyond the sports field.

Rich, Purposeful PE From EYFS to Year 6

Our long‑term plan ensures all children experience a wide range of physical skills and sports as they progress through school. Examples include:

• EYFS & KS1: foundations in movement, gymnastics, dance, games and athletics
• Lower KS2: development of team sports such as basketball, handball and football, plus swimming (Year 3)
• Upper KS2: leadership opportunities, competitive sports, tag rugby, hockey, cricket, OAA and athletics

Knowledge and skills are deliberately revisited over time to support mastery and confidence.

What Makes Woodside’s PE Curriculum Special?

• High‑quality lessons through the PE HUB and specialist coaching
• A broad and balanced curriculum offering varied sporting experiences
• Strong links to the North Warwickshire Sports Partnership
• County‑level fixtures and inter‑house competitions
• Commitment to equality and inclusion through adapted sports like wheelchair basketball and tag rugby
• Opportunities that support resilience, teamwork and personal development
• A values‑led curriculum that shapes character, not just physical skill
• A culture where every pupil can experience joy, pride and success in sport

At Woodside, we don’t just teach PE—
we nurture active, confident and resilient young people who understand the importance of health, movement and teamwork.

P.E National Curriculum

National Curriculum – Physical education key stages 1 to 2 (publishing.service.gov.uk)