Our PE Curriculum.

At Southbury, we want every child to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to enjoy physical activity, challenge themselves and lead healthy, active lives.

Through our PE curriculum, children develop physical competence, coordination, strength, agility and control. They learn to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, show determination and resilience, and demonstrate respect for others. We want children to understand that physical education is not simply about winning or being the best at a sport; it is about personal progress, teamwork, enjoyment and discovering what they are capable of.

Our curriculum provides children with opportunities to experience a range of physical activities and sports, develop their skills progressively and apply their learning in different contexts. We aim to ensure that every child, whatever their starting point or ability, can participate, experience success and develop a positive relationship with physical activity.

Building Knowledge and Skills Over Time.

Our PE curriculum enables children to develop their physical skills and understanding progressively throughout their time at Southbury. Children build on previous learning, refine their techniques and develop increasing control, accuracy and confidence.

Through a range of activities, children learn to perform skills, apply tactics and strategies, work effectively with others and evaluate their own and others' performances. They are encouraged to recognise their progress, respond to feedback and persevere when learning something new or challenging.

Challenge, Teamwork and Resilience.

PE provides valuable opportunities for children to develop the personal qualities that help them thrive, both in school and beyond. Through individual and team activities, children learn to cooperate, communicate, make decisions and take responsibility.

We encourage children to demonstrate determination, courage, respect and good sportsmanship, celebrating effort, improvement and achievement. Children learn that success can take many forms, from mastering a new skill to supporting a teammate or persevering when something feels difficult.

Promoting Healthy, Active Lifestyles.

At Southbury, we want children to understand the importance of physical activity and develop positive habits that support their health and wellbeing. Through PE lessons and opportunities to participate in physical activities throughout the school day, we encourage children to discover activities they enjoy, develop their physical confidence and recognise the benefits of keeping active.

We aim to inspire every child to find ways to stay active, develop new interests and continue participating in physical activity beyond the school gates.

Opportunities Beyond the Curriculum.

We want every child to have opportunities to explore their interests, develop their talents and experience the excitement of taking part in sport.

Our lunchtime sports provision offers children opportunities to participate in a range of activities, supported by sports coaches who work alongside school staff. Communication between coaches and teachers helps us recognise children's strengths and identify opportunities for further development.

We have a variety of after-school sports clubs, that children from across the school can participate in. We take part in many borough events, including Football, Dance, Netball, Athletics and Cross Country. 

We also invest in staff development through professional learning and PE training, helping teachers develop their knowledge, skills and confidence in delivering high-quality PE.

The Southbury Sportsperson.

By the time children leave Southbury, we want them to have developed a broad range of physical skills, an understanding of how to improve their performance and a positive attitude towards physical activity.

We want our children to be confident, resilient and respectful participants who understand the importance of teamwork, fair play and personal effort. Above all, we want every child to recognise their potential, discover activities they enjoy and feel motivated to lead an active and healthy life.