'The five 'S's of Sport training are: stamina, speed, strength, skill and spirit; but the greatest of these is spirit.' Ken Doherty
Physical Education at Appleton Thorn - Our Intent
We aspire to be the best we can be, promoting a heathy body and mind.
We give our children opportunities to acquire new knowledge and skills exceptionally well and develop an in-depth understanding of PE. Pupils develop willingness to practise skills in a wide range of different activities and situations, alone, in small groups and in teams and to apply these skills in chosen activities to achieve exceptionally high levels of performance. We work hard to promote high levels of physical fitness. Our schooethos promotes healthy lifestyle, achieved by eating sensibly and exercising regularly. In each year group our children are encouraged to remain physically active for sustained periods of time and an understanding of the importance of this in promoting long-term health and well-being. Many of our pupils take the initiative and become excellent young leaders, organising and officiating, and evaluating what needs to be done to improve, and motivating and instilling excellent sporting attitudes in others. Some of our gifted pupils show exceptional levels of originality, imagination and creativity in their techniques, tactics and choreography, knowledge of how to improve their own and others’ performance and the ability to work independently for extended periods of time without the need of guidance or support. All of our teaching team model keen interest in PE and expect our children to have a willingness to participate eagerly in every lesson, highly positive attitudes and the ability to make informed choices about engaging fully in extra-curricular sport.
High Quality Teaching and Learning - Implementation
Physical education is taught by our dedicated and passionate teaching team, led by our own Mr Yates; teacher, qualified sports coach and swimming coach. Our school site has two large grassed fields, a soft surface running track and two hard courts / netball courts. Our children also have access to a Rope Ravine and a fixed obstical course throughout the day.
Our older children have the opportunity to become 'Play Leaders' developing their leadership roles and supporting the physical development of their younger peers. All areas are open during playtimes, giving children the choice of more structured games, inventive games, imaginative play, conversation and quiet spaces.
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Knowledge and Skills
Academic Year Overview Long Term Plan
Our teachers use and adapt the Val Sabin Physical Education Scheme which plans for an active, healthy primary school-aim for access to at least 320 Minutes per week. Our pupils are challenged, and motivated both physically and mentally and demonstrate a high level of learning.
If you require any further information or paper copies, please contact Mr Yates our PE Lead via the school office on 01925 266764 or email appletonthorn_primary@warrington.gov.uk
Keeping active all through the day!
Extra Curricular Sports
Running Club - A popular early morning club that wakes even the most sleepy head. Running competitions held at Walton Gardens on a Saturday morning, the Bales Race & Victoria PArk events.
Football Clubs - Our school is lucky to have two qualified football coaches amongst our teaching team who share their passion for football with our boys and girls. Our teams compete with schools in our local area and accross Warrington.
Tennis Club - We have specialist coaches who give high quality lessons to our children on our hard courts.
Netball Club - Our children enjoy the fast pace version that is High Five. This gives our children the opportunity to gain skills and experience in all positions on the court, in a game split into shorter quarters where children rotate their possition. Setting them in good standing for joining amater netball clubs and going on to play for High School teams.
Rounders - A very popular summer club led by an enthusiastic Mr King! Interschool competitions are held between the Bridgwater cluster of Primaries.
Quick Cricket - A wonderful way to begin to learn the rules of cricket (with a twist). This version is high evergy and encourages children to develop their fielding skills and work together as a team.