PE and health
My fitness log: record and review progress
Record activity and perceived effort, plot one measure and reflect on a safe personal goal.
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Head of Physical Education
Kofi Mensah
I want Physical Education to give every year group meaningful movement and a sense that improvement belongs to them, whether or not they already identify as sporty.
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I lead Physical Education across the school and put participation before performance. Competitive models can drive some pupils away from a subject they need a chance to enjoy, so I plan with the child at the back of the line in mind rather than assuming everyone is eager to compete.
A lesson can still have clear goals and challenge while offering more than one way to join in. I look for activities that let pupils practise, cooperate and notice what they can do, without making the strongest performer the measure of success for everyone else.
I value resources that help teachers explain the task and keep participation visible. A reflection question or simple progression can help pupils decide what to try next. I want Physical Education to give every year group meaningful movement and a sense that improvement belongs to them, whether or not they already identify as sporty.
How I approach a lesson
Make participation the first measure of a successful lesson.
Offer meaningful ways to join in before focusing on competition.
Help pupils identify a personal next step.
Templates I'd use with my class
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Physical-skill observation checklist
Identify five parts of an overarm throw, observe them across attempts and give a partner one safe, specific practice suggestion.
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Tactics board
Interpret court markings, map player movement with the key and explain why a tactical choice may help the team.