Physical Education

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Physical Education is a comprehensive subject, which allows learners to experience breadth and depth in the curriculum.

We aim to provide a safe, supportive and fun learning environment where we:  

• Promote healthy lifestyles
• Develop life skills
• Nurture talent

Physical Education also equips learners with transferable skills that they can take on to Further Education, Higher Education courses and employment.  

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Broad General Education

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Through our Broad General Education (BGE) course we aim is to promote active participation and enjoyment in physical activity and sport through a broad range of activities. The depth of learning can then be taken beyond the classroom, as all our core activities are linked to our extensive Active Schools programme and external sports clubs. 

As pupils develop from 1st-4th level we assess practical performance throughout S1 and S2 using the national benchmarks. The pupils also develop important life skills through cooperating, competing and evaluating theirs and others work in a friendly and inclusive environment. 

In S1 the activities covered are: 

• Fitness 
• Hockey 
• Swimming 
• Gymnastics 
• Basketball 
• Table Tennis or Tennis 

In S2 the activities covered are: 

• Netball or Volleyball 
• Badminton or Tennis 
• Water Polo 
• Dance 
• Rugby 
• Football 

S3 Core PE differs as pupils have a choice of courses that cater to their interests. The range of courses will also lead into a Sports Education model that allows learners to become qualified in auxiliary roles within some of the activities we offer.

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