Physical Education

Using the REAL approach, PE lessons are designed to provide progressive, inclusive, and motivating experiences. Lessons focus on skill development, personal challenge, and teamwork through a broad range of activities including games, athletics, gymnastics, and dance. Pupils learn to set goals, reflect on progress, and celebrate achievement, building confidence and resilience. Real-life contexts and challenges connect learning to pupils’ interests and communities (Relevance). Collaboration is emphasised as children work together, communicate effectively, and support each other to improve (Collaboration).

PE at Spring Lane is delivered through the REAL approach, providing structured, progressive, and engaging physical education that develops skills, fitness, and positive attitudes. Lessons focus on fundamental movement skills, sport-specific techniques, tactical understanding, and healthy lifestyle education. We ensure a broad and balanced PE curriculum by including essential activities such as swimming and water safety, where pupils build confidence and competence in the water through lessons that teach stroke development, survival skills, and safe behaviours. Our Spring Riders cycling programme supports pupils in developing balance, coordination, and road safety awareness, promoting lifelong cycling skills and confidence in different environments. Throughout the year, pupils participate in a variety of intra- and inter-school sports competitions and activities, which foster teamwork, resilience, and healthy competition

The REAL approach ensures pupils become confident movers who understand the benefits of physical activity and apply skills across sports and daily life. Pupils demonstrate improved fitness, coordination, and tactical understanding. They communicate clearly in team situations, show respect and fair play, and take responsibility for their health. Assessment includes:

• Regular skill assessment opportunities and teacher observations to track progression

• Pupil self-assessment and goal-setting conversations

• Opportunities for pupils to showcase skills in intra- and inter-school competitions

• Reflection on personal fitness and wellbeing development