PE

PE plays an important part in the all-round development of pupils at Watling View. As well as supporting the physical development of pupils, PE is also an excellent opportunity to develop the communication, life and social skills of pupils.

Each class has a weekly session of PE, the curriculum is planned in a way which means that pupils learn about a breadth of sports and have opportunities to apply movement skills in a wide range of ways through different sporting activities. Learning activities are carefully considered and planned for individual needs in regard to the ability pupils have in their motor skills. By carefully incorporating activities into PE which focus on the individual priorities for movement and physical development it means we can support pupils to be as independent as possible and therefore support their independence and preparation for adulthood through developing and retaining motor movements. We recognise the importance PE has to play in this area and the impact developing fine and gross motor skills can have on an individuals ability to access other curriculum areas as well as the ability to function as independently as possible in day to day living skills.

As well as PE lessons we look to engage and inspire our pupils love of sport through accessing a range of exciting events including, competing against different schools, visiting different sporting events, taking part in events alongside mainstream schools, sailing and having sports coaches run some sessions.  

Pupils also take part in weekly swimming lessons, for pupils with more profound learning needs this is on site in our newly built hydrotherapy pool. For other pupils they swim once a week at a local leisure centre, this supports pupils to be confident in the water as well as providing an opportunity to learn dressing and undressing skills. We also take part in a swimming gala once a year where we compete against other schools.

The PE curriculum and wider sporting opportunities we provide to pupils mean that pupils are motivated and excited by their learning in PE and are able to develop their motor skills which supports their all round physical development and ability to access day to day activities functionally.

To find out more about PE at Watling View please click on the links below.

• Intent Implementation and Impact - PE download_for_offline
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• Long Term Plan - PE - LMS download_for_offline
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