Physical Education

At Ox Close we recognise the vital contribution that Physical Education makes to a child’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development, as well as the positive role it can play in a child’s spiritual, moral and cultural development. Physical Education is one of the statutory foundation subjects of the National Curriculum, and makes a vital and unique contribution to every child’s development, health and wellbeing. Teachers and children also recognise the essential role and positive influence that Physical Activity has on academic achievement, emotional stability and our ability to interact with others. Through building up a body of key knowledge and skills, pupils are encouraged to recognise the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle and develop a sense of pride and excitement in their personal achievements. We follow the National Curriculum and chose to use the ‘GetSet4PE’ scheme of work with a focus on inclusion, values and fundamental skills and provides a foundation for all other areas of the PE curriculum.