PE

What is P.E?

PE stands for Physical education, this helps to develop the children’s knowledge, skills and understanding, so that they can perform with increasing competence and confidence in a range of physical activities. These include dance, games, gymnastics, swimming and water safety, athletics and outdoor adventure activities.

Physical education promotes an understanding in children of their bodies in action. It involves thinking, selecting and applying skills and promotes positive attitudes towards a healthy lifestyle. Thus we enable them to make informed choices about physical activity throughout their lives.

P.E Intent

At Cherry Tree Hill, we want our children to reach their highest potential whilst embedding knowledge, resilience and a love of learning in a fun, safe and caring school environment.

What does P.E look like at Cherry Tree?

We are proud to hold a Gold Award for the School Games Mark, highlighting our commitment to offer the best provision for our pupils. Our P.E lessons follow the GetSet4PE scheme, aligning with the National Curriculum. Year 1-6 pupils receive 2 hours of PE weekly. Activities are taught using skills progression and children's interests. Children have the opportunity to participate in a range of lunchtime and afterschool clubs to support and develop their physical skills and wellbeing. Some of our older pupils are trained to develop their leadership skills and become Mini Leaders to support our younger pupils during lunchtime. Playground sports are organised on a rota, and Years 1, 4, and 5 take part in bike-related training through our Bikeability sessions. Pupils in Years 3 and 5 also attend swimming lessons to support their water confidence and safety. Children also engage in termly house competitions organsied by our Sports Council members, external events, and annual taster sport sessions. Outdoor learning is incorporated into the curriculum, utilizing the school grounds, for example, our Cherry Tree Mile.

Take a look at our Sports Activities and Competitions page for more!

PE in action!

Cherry Tree Hill Sports Council

Cherry Tree Hill Primary Sports Council is a group of pupils who are elected to represent the views of all pupils. This year, they will be reporting on our sports events, creating a termly sports newsletter, holding a fundraising event and will also carry out a survey to find out pupils views on P.E. and sports at Cherry Tree Hill.