GCSE PE involves practical work and theory work. Currently suggested change: Theory = 70% Practical = 30% Pupils need to do well in all areas if they are to achieve a good grade.

THEORY Paper 1: The human body and movement in physical activity and sport Paper 2: Socio-cultural influences and well-being in physical activity and sport How are they assessed? • 2 Written exams: 1 hour 15 minutes each • Both 78 marks • Each exam is worth 30% of GCSE Questions • A mixture of multiple choice/objective test questions, short answer questions and extended answer questions.

PRACTICAL Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport What's assessed? • Practical performance in three different physical activities in the role of player/performer one in a team activity, one in an individual activity a third in either a team or in an individual activity How it's assessed? • Assessed by teachers • Moderated by AQA • 100 marks • 40% of GCSE

Your Strengths…. Your Curriculum Activities that pupils already participate in outside of school can be assessed and added towards their GCSE practical grades.

EXPECTATIONS Ways of Working!! Attitude Behaviour Equipment – Folder, Book, Pen, Pencil Attendance Target – 85% Test Work, punctuality Ways of Working!!