Year 9 Curriculum - Physical Education (PE)

Purpose

In Year 9 we continue to ensure all students have the same opportunity to develop theoretical knowledge as well as improve their practical skills in a variety of sports/activities. 

Students will decide whether to take pre-GCSE/CN SS PE, or opt to take normal core PE. Students looking to take PE further in KS4 must opt for pre-GCSE/CN SS PE.

Content

Practical Lessons – pre-GCSE/CN SS PE

Learning Objective 7 looks at the use of rules and tactics in different activities in a wide range of scenarios.

Learning Objective 8 focuses on leadership, and the skills required to be a successful leader in sport, giving students opportunities to lead others.

Learning Objective 9 prepares students fully for their KS4 PE courses, focusing on developing skill level in activities to be successful in KS4.

Practical Lessons – Core Y9 PE

Learning Objective 7 looks at the use of rules in different activities in a wide range of scenarios.

Learning Objective 8 focuses on tactics and strategies in different activities.

Learning Objective 9 focuses on overcoming challenges, and using knowledge from LO8 to do this.

Throughout each Learning Objective we will ensure that students build on past knowledge, and skills learned.

Theory Lessons – only for pre-GCSE/CN SS students

Students will learn about unit 1 of the GCSE course – how different social groups effect physical activity levels and will be assessed through an exam in December.

Students will then work on a mini assignment for the CN Sports Studies element, which links to planning and leading a coaching session in PE.

Sports

From September to April, activities taught are from – rugby, handball, football, netball, badminton and table tennis.

From May – July, activities taught are from – rounders, athletics, cricket, softball, tennis.

Assessment

Practical Lessons

Students are continually assessed throughout each Learning Objective and will be graded as Emerging, Developing, Securing, Mastering.  Assessment takes place via teacher observations and questioning; also, students will formally demonstrate their theoretical knowledge by completing a short written test.  This will take place at the start of a PE lesson; a revision Powerpoint is on Edulink to support the theory taught in class.

The skills taught in Year 7 & 8 also provide an insight in GCSE PE and Cambridge National Sport Studies.  Students in Year 9 will have the option to select a Pre GCSE/ CN class to be able to make an informed decision on selecting a course in PE moving into Year 10.

Theory Lessons

Students will be assessed on their theory, which will provide guidance on their suitability for their PE option in Y10+11. Students will receive a GCSE grade for their December exam, and a CN Sports Studies grade for their assignment in March.

Co-curricular

We also offer an extensive co-curricular programme with clubs and sports across the year. Students on the pre-GCSE/CN SS class must have regular involvement in co-curricular clubs at Brookfield.

At the end of Y9, students on the pre-GCSE CN SS course will select one of 3 options for Y10+11: 1. GCSE PE, 2. CN Sports Studies PE, 3. Neither (Core PE).

Enquiries to: r.ablitt@brookfield.hants.sch.uk – Subject Leader: PE