Physical Education (PE)

Physical Education and Sport at Lenthall Infant and Nursery School

At Lenthall Infant and Nursery School, we aim to fulfil the National Curriculum requirements for Physical Education and the prime area of Physical Development within the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. We believe this approach inspires our pupils to become physically confident, supporting their health, fitness, and overall wellbeing.

We adhere to the National Curriculum and EYFS Framework, shaping our own sequence and building blocks, in addition to collaborating with local partnership providers’ schemes of work.

At Lenthall Infant and Nursery School, we prioritise Physical Education and school sport, aiming to deliver a high-quality curriculum that inspires all pupils to excel in competitive sports and other physically demanding activities. This approach fosters physical confidence, contributing to overall health and fitness.

Engagement in sports cultivates character and instils values such as fairness and respect. The National Curriculum for PE ensures that all pupils:

• Develop competence to excel in a broad range of physical activities.
• Stay physically active for sustained periods.
• Participate in competitive sports and activities.
• Lead healthy, active lives.

Implementation 

At Lenthall Infant and Nursery School, we adhere to the sports premium’s five key indicators:

1. Engagement of all pupils in regular physical activity.
2. Raising the profile of PE and sport across the school as a tool for whole school improvement.
3. Increasing the confidence, knowledge, and skills of all staff in teaching PE and sport.
4. Offering a broader range of sports and activities to all pupils.
5. Enhancing participation in competitive sport (DfE, 2021).

To achieve this, we actively partner with Chesterfield Football Club Community Trust, who work alongside our staff to deliver high-quality PE lessons. This collaboration empowers pupils with the ability and confidence to engage in physical activity for a lifetime.

CFC and PE

 

Curriculum Enhancement

Our curriculum is enriched by sessions led by coaches from Chesterfield Football Club Community Trust. PE lessons focus on building teamwork, resilience, and essential PE skills.

We strive to offer our children a broader experience of various sports, regularly organising themed days, visits, and after-school clubs. Notably, our pupils had the opportunity to meet Sean Gaffney, an Invictus Games and Commonwealth Games athlete.

The National Curriculum for Physical Education and EYFS Physical Development provides young children opportunities to be active and interactive, helping them develop coordination, control, and movement. It's vital to instil an understanding of the importance of physical activity and healthy food choices.

Key Stage 1 pupils should master fundamental movement skills, becoming competent and confident while accessing various opportunities to enhance agility, balance, and coordination. They engage in competitive (both against themselves and others) and cooperative activities in increasingly challenging situations.

Pupils should be taught to:

• Master basic movements such as running, jumping, throwing, and catching.
• Develop balance, agility, and coordination, applying these skills across different activities.
• Participate in team games, learning simple attacking and defending tactics.
• Perform dances using basic movement patterns.

Throughout this curriculum, we ensure a progressive PE journey, presenting new and increasingly complex challenges as pupils grow.