Physical Education at Intack Primary School - Statement of Intent

At Intack, we believe that physical education and sports should be for everyone!  We want every child to find enjoyment in physical activity and aim to provide them with a wide range of opportunities so that they can discover the benefits of an active lifestyle, regardless of their age, ability or capability.

Our school aims to inspire pupils to participate fully in PE. To build self-confidence, perseverance and the real sense of achievement and self-worth.  We aim to provide them with the necessary skills and competence to fully engage in physical activity and sporting opportunities as their educational journey continues through and beyond primary school. At Intack, we aim to prepare and support our pupils in developing and maintaining healthy and active lifestyles for their future mental and physical well-being.

At our school, we aim to develop fundamental movement skills and motor competences, as well as offering progression in PE, as well as, a broad and balanced curriculum.  We aim to provide the opportunities for our children to play in festivals and experience wide range of events and activities.

The aims of Physical Education (PE) at our school are that all children:

• Adopt an active lifestyle and understand the benefits it provides.
• Develop a range of sporting skills across the national curriculum, including swimming.
• Are physically active for sustained periods of time.
• Engage in a range of sports and activities.
• Lead healthy, active lives.
• Understand the importance and effect of exercise and being healthy.
• Develop a sense of fair play and a sporting attitude.
• Enjoy sporting activities and have fun, developing resilience and perseverance.