PE
PE Intent
Why do we teach our pupils:
Each of our children is a precious and unique individual, with God given talents and abilities, created to fulfil a special role in God’s intricate plan for the world.
‘“For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”.’ Jeremiah 29:11
Why do we teach PE?
St Leonard’s Primary School teaches Physical Education (PE) because it is an essential part of the national curriculum and plays a key role in children’s overall development. PE helps pupils build fitness, coordination, and motor skills while also promoting healthy lifestyles from an early age. It supports children’s mental wellbeing by boosting confidence and reducing stress, and it gives them opportunities to develop teamwork, leadership, and social skills through games and group activities. By providing a wide range of sports and physical challenges, the school encourages pupils to enjoy being active and to carry positive attitudes toward exercise into later life.
How will our teaching of PE enable our pupils to fulfil the plan God has for them?
PE enables pupils to grow physically, mentally, and spiritually so they can flourish as God intends. Through developing their bodies, children learn to respect and care for the gift of health that God has given them. By working together in teams, showing fairness, and supporting one another, they practise Christian values such as respect, kindness, and perseverance. PE also builds confidence, resilience, and joy, helping children to recognise their unique gifts and use them in service of others. In this way, teaching PE supports pupils in living life in all its fullness, fulfilling the plan God has for them as individuals created in His image.
What do we want to achieve by teaching PE?
By teaching PE, we want to ensure that all pupils develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy active, healthy lifestyles both now and in the future. We aim to nurture physical fitness and coordination, while also encouraging teamwork, resilience, and respect. Through a broad and engaging curriculum, pupils will experience a wide range of sports and activities that inspire them to participate, persevere, and succeed. Ultimately, our goal is for every child to discover enjoyment in movement, build positive attitudes towards physical activity, and grow in confidence to use their God-given talents to live life to the full.
We are delighted to announce that St Leonard’s Primary School has been awarded the Platinum School Games Mark for 2022/2023! This is the highest level of recognition and celebrates our ongoing commitment to sport, physical education, and the wellbeing of all our pupils. The award reflects the hard work and enthusiasm of our children, who take part in a wide range of sporting activities with passion and determination. It also recognises the dedication of our staff in providing high-quality PE lessons, opportunities for competition, and a curriculum that promotes fitness, teamwork, and resilience.
Achieving the Platinum Award is a huge honour and demonstrates that sport and physical activity are at the heart of life at St Leonard’s. We are proud of every pupil for their effort and achievements, and we thank our families and community for their support in helping us reach this milestone. At St Leonard’s, we believe that sport has the power to inspire, unite, and bring joy. This award celebrates not just our success in competition, but our commitment to ensuring that every child has the chance to flourish, stay active, and enjoy the gift of movement as part of God’s plan for them.
Discover what St Leonard’s students are learning — click the blue links below to view our PE curriculum.
Whole school PE overview
PE Progression Of Skills
Tennis Y6 Progression Tag Rugby Y6 Progression Rounders Y6 Progression Oaa Y6 Progression Netball Y6 Progression Gymnastics Y6 Progression Dance The Haka Y6 Progression Cricket Y6 Progression Basketball Y6 Progression Badminton Y6 Progression Athletics Y6 Progression
Tennis Y5 ProgressionTag Rugby Y5 Progression Rounders Y5 Progression Oaa Y5 Progression Netball Y5 Progression Gymnastics Y5 Progression Dance The Haka Y5 Progression Cricket Y5 Progression Basketball Y5 Progression Badminton Y5 Progression Athletics Y5 Progression
Tennis Y4 Progression Tag Rugby Y4 Progression Rounders Y4 Progression Netball Y4 Progression Invasion Games Y4 Progression Gymnastics Y4 Progression Dance Space Y4 Progression Cricket Y4 Progression Basketball Y4 Progression Badminton Y4 Progression Athletics Y4 Progression
Tennis Y3 Progression Tag Rugby Y3 Progression Rounders Y3 ProgressionOaa Y3 Progression Netball Y3 Progression Invasion Games Y3 Progression Gymnastics Y3 Progression Dance Space Y3 Progression Cricket Y3 Progression Basketball Y3 Progression Athletics Y3 Progression
Striking Fielding 2 Progression Object Control 2 Progression Oaa 1 2 Progression Net And Wall Games 2 Progression Invasion Game Skills 2 Progression Gymnastics Stretching 2 Progression Yr2 Athletics 2 Progression
Striking Fielding 1 Progression Object Control 1 Progression Net And Wall Games 1 Progression Invasion Game Skills 1 Progression Gymnastics Wide Narrow Curled Progression Yr1 Dance 12 Progression Athletics 1 Progression
Gymnastics Rocking Progression Reception Gymnastics Parts Progression Nursery Fms3 Progression Fms2 Progression Fms1 Progression Fine Motor Skills Progression Dance Nr Progression
Learn To Swim Stages 1 7 Outcomes
PE Assessment
PE Assessment Yr 5 6 Striking N Fielding PE Assessment Yr 5 6 Netball PE Assessment Yr 5 6 Net And Wall PE Assessment Yr 5 6 Gym PE Assessment Yr 5 6 Dance PE Assessment Yr 5 6 Athletic
PE Assessment Yr 3 4 Striking And Fielding PE Assessment Yr 3 4 Netball PE Assessment Yr 3 4 Net And Wall PE Assessment Yr 3 4 Gymn PE Assessment Yr 3 4 Dance PE Assessment Yr 3 4 Athletics
PE Assessment Yr 1 Piggy In The Middel PE Assessment Yr 1 Overarm Throw PE Assessment Yr 1 Net And Wall PE Assessment Yr 1 Gym PE Assessment Yr 1 Dance PE Assessment Yr 1 Catching And Bouncing PE Assessment Yr 1 Athletics PE Assessment Yr 1 And 2 Striking And Fielding Ks1 Lost And Found Progression 1 S5bimjc
PE Assessment EYFS Ash And Holly
PE Medium Term Planning Examples
PE Knowledge Organisers
Netball UKS2 Gymnastics UKS2 Athletics UKS2 Cricket UKS2
Netball LKS2 Gymnastics LKS2 Cricket LKS2 Athletics LKS2
Throwing And Catching KS1 Athletics KS1
Fundamental Skills EYFS And KS1 Spring 2 Fundamental Skills EYFS And KS1 Summer 1
PE Adaptive Strategies
Step Principle