We need to: Define Physical Education Identify its characteristics Establish the benefits Analyse the various opportunities for physical activity in schools

Highlight key words: Schools Council working party (1972)   Schools Council working party (1972) The formal inculcation of knowledge and values through physical activity experiences. Alderson (1990) …to develop within individuals a range of personal, social and scholastic qualities. BAALPE (1970) that aspect of education which specifically employs psycho-motor activities and the related moral and social experiences in the development of mature, disciplined and well integrated people. 

Why do you think PE is compulsory? National Curriculum PE is taught in schools through the National Curriculum, and is a Compulsory subject. Why do you think PE is compulsory?

To improve health & fitness levels To provide a qualification e.g. GCSE To show the importance of sport in society To provide a balance within the subjects being taught, its primarily a practical subject To prepare young people to take part in sport when they leave school

Benefits Associated with P.E. Q - - - - - - of L - - - “Physical Education is about pupils learning about themselves; their capabilities, their potential and their limitations. It is the foundation of all sports participation, it’s learning how to work with and to respect others.” Lucy Pearson - England cricketer and teacher.

Physical Preparation Personal /Social Quality of life Physical skills Preparation for leisure Leadership Healthy lifestyle Mental skills Sport after school Decision making Appreciation of performance Health benefits Career preparation Teamwork Aesthetic qualities Physical fitness Preparation for work Self esteem Creativity Knowledge of game Character development Morals / fair play Challenging situations Rules / tactics Sports career Commitment Knowledge of body Social skills

Sport for life – bridging the post school gap Why is there a drop in sport when students leave school? We need to: Introduce children to local clubs Facilities more accessible / transport Make sport attractive / role models Educate healthy lifestyles Social benefits Knowledge of local facilities / clubs

Physical Education and school sport Learning objectives:- To know about the PESSCL strategy To know about the PESSYP strategy. To understand the Healthy schools programme.

How do you think PE can be delivered in schools? Clubs and team practices Timetabled lessons School matches Links with local clubs and outside visitors. Extra curricular activities

Physical Education School Sport and Club Links PESSCL Strategy Physical Education School Sport and Club Links Introduced in 2003 All children between the ages of 5 – 16 should have 4 hours of PE a week 2 hours should be delivered through PE lessons 2 hours delivered through extra curricular activities that can be delivered through the community or clubs.

How would this be achieved? Gifted and talented Specialist Sports Colleges School sports partnerships and SSCos PE and Sport Investigations Professional development for teachers School / club links Step in Sport children's leadership programmes

PE and Sport Strategy for Young People PESSYP Strategy PE and Sport Strategy for Young People Introduced in 2008 Aimed at all 5 – 19 years olds to introduce 5 hours of PE a week. 2 hours should be delivered through PE lessons 3 hours delivered through extra curricular activities that can be delivered through the community or clubs. http://www.activesurrey.com/content-2362 http://www.youthsporttrust.org/page/cpd/index.html

How would this be achieved? Gifted and Talented Club links Leadership and Volunteering Coaching Competition Infrastructure Extended activities e.g. Wii Sports Disability

National Healthy Schools Healthy Eating Nutritious food in schools Personal, social and health Education Physical Activity Pupils will know and take part in physical activity. Emotional, health and wellbeing Clear bullying policy Rewards and behaviour policies Pastoral system Support for vulnerable individuals.

What’s Outdoor Ed?   It feels great to overcome a fear, to feel that you’ve done it!

Perceived risk Real Risk   Predominantly under the control of Events over which participant has no participant control eg.Avalanche, flash flood, eg. By correct use of equipment.   Predictable Unpredictable Beginners Experts  

Explain real risk and perceived risk in a situation consisting in canoeing and rock climbing…

Environmental problems LAND Erosion, wildlife, litter, pollution, congestion WATER River bank erosion, pollution, fish / wildlife AIR Pollution, disturbance to residents, wildlife

Exam question Identify possible benefits to young people of regular participation in Outdoor Education activities such as canoeing, orienteering or hill walking as part of their Physical Education programme.

appreciation of or respect for natural environment knowledge of safety or of how to minimise risk; development of leadership skills; development of decision making/problem solving skills; social skills/teamwork/communication skills; increased health/well being/fitness; physical skills e.g. the skills of rock climbing. (a specific outdoor education skill must be identified); increased well being or self esteem or confidence or mental strength or self awareness/a spiritual experience.