Physical Education Department
Members of staffMrs Margaret J Swanson (Principal Teacher)
Mrs Geraldine Ramage (Part Time Teacher)
It is our aim that all pupils enjoy participating in physical activity with all being given the opportunity to experience a wide range of skills and activities. Individuals are encouraged to develop to the best of their ability and reach their full potential, experiencing the advantages of small and full sized games.
Outline of S1 & 2 Syllabus –Introducing basic skills / developing skills; mini / full size games to include simple tactics
Hockey / Netball / Volleyball / Badminton / Rounders / Athletics / Short Tennis
Gymnastics / Fitness / Scottish Country Dance
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Outline of S3 & 4 SyllabusDevelop complex skills in game situation / team strategies and tactics
Hockey / Netball / Volleyball / Badminton / Rounders / Athletics
Fitness / Scottish Country Dance
Standard Grade Physical Education – S3, S450% Practical
Assessed in Gymnastics / Volleyball / Badminton / Swimming
25% Evaluating
Questions on footage from a DVD on 5 activities – observation and reporting, suggestions on improvements
25% Knowledge and Understanding
1. Activities Nature and Purpose
Formal and Unwritten Rules
Roles and Functions
2. The Body Structure and Function
Aspects of Fitness Training and It’s Effects
3. Skills and Techniques
Developing Skills Mechanical Principles
Homework given on a weekly basis.
The Sports Leaders UK Level 2 Award in Community Sports Leadership uses sport to give S6 pupils the chance to develop vital skills for life such as planning and organising, teamwork and communication.
Course Content of 8 units (25 – 30hrs) + Demonstration of Leadership skills in the community (10hrs)
Assessment by an Internal and External Verifier.
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Outline of S5 & 6 Syllabus – course choicesS5
Netball / Volleyball / Rounders / Badminton / Table Tennis / Scottish Country Dance / Fitness
S6
Choose from a range of activities to fit into pupil’s timetable Volleyball / Table Tennis / Badminton / Fitness / Dance
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