At Idle CE Primary School, we believe that physical education plays a vital role in promoting physical health, emotional wellbeing and personal development. We aim to inspire all pupils to develop a lifelong love of physical activity by providing a broad, balanced and inclusive PE curriculum that enables every child to experience success, develop confidence and achieve their personal best.

Through high-quality teaching, competitive sport and a wide range of physical activities, we support pupils to lead healthy, active lifestyles and understand the importance of physical and mental wellbeing.

Our PE Curriculum

PE is taught through the PE Planning scheme, which provides a progressive curriculum from Reception to Year 6. Children develop fundamental movement skills before applying them within a range of sports, games and physical activities.

Our curriculum includes opportunities to develop:

• Agility, balance and coordination.
• Teamwork and communication.
• Leadership and sportsmanship.
• Resilience and determination.
• Tactical awareness and decision-making.
• Health and fitness knowledge.

Throughout their time at Idle CE Primary School, pupils experience a wide range of sports and activities including football, tag rugby, cricket, netball, hockey, tennis, rounders, athletics, badminton, basketball, golf, dance, gymnastics, dodgeball, volleyball and orienteering.

Early Physical Development

Physical development begins in Reception, where children develop fundamental movement skills through carefully planned activities that focus on movement development, ball skills, throwing and catching, teamwork and games. These experiences provide the foundations for future sporting success and promote confidence in movement from an early age. 

Reception pupils also participate in Balanceability, helping them develop balance, coordination and confidence in preparation for learning to ride a bicycle independent.

Competitive Sport and Enrichment