Physical Education Department
Our Physical Education Department aims to provide a comprehensive and engaging curriculum that promotes physical fitness, skill development, teamwork, and a positive attitude towards exercise. Through a variety of sports and activities, we strive to help our students lead active and healthy lifestyles both within and beyond their time at Mount Lourdes. All students in Key Stage 3 and 4 receive one double period of PE each week (70mins).
Students engage in a wide range of sporting activities during their Physical Education lessons and in extra-curricular clubs.
Key Stage 3
Our PE curriculum aims to provide a wide range of activities that encourage students to develop their physical abilities, teamwork skills, and a positive attitude towards exercise. The double period allows for more in-depth engagement with each activity and enables students to explore various sports and physical activities over the course of the academic year. The Physical Education teachers strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can achieve their full potential.
The curriculum is designed to offer a balanced mix of individual and team sports, aiming to cater to the diverse interests and abilities of our students. Students participate in numerous activities including Athletics, Badminton, Dance, Fitness, Gaelic Football, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Tennis and Volleyball.
Students enjoy participating in a range of Inter-Form Tournaments in Years 8-10.
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Key Stage 4
In Key Stage 4 students continue to develop and refine their skills and foster a lifelong commitment to active and healthy lifestyles. Students build upon the foundation laid in Key Stage 3, with a focus on enhancing their knowledge and understanding of different sports, fitness concepts, and strategies. Students develop their leadership skills by organising and leading warm-up sessions and small group activities. Our PE teachers emphasise the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and making informed choices related to physical health and well-being. Students participate in numerous activities including Athletics, Badminton, Fitness, Gaelic Football, Netball, Rounders, Soccer, Spinning, Tennis and Volleyball. Students also receive their introduction to the Fitness Suite in Year 11.
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All students enjoy participating in our Fun Day in Years 8-11.
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CEA GCE Sports Science and The Active Leisure Industry
GCE Sports Science and the Active Leisure Industry is made up of two parts: AS and A2. Students may take the AS as a stand-alone qualification if they wish. To get the full GCE students must complete both AS and A2. AS and A2 each comprise two units.
There are four units in all GCE Sports Science and the Active Leisure Industry is made up of two parts: AS and A2. Students may take the AS as a stand-alone qualification if they wish. To get the full GCE students must complete both AS and A2. AS and A2 each comprise two units. There are four units in all.
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SUBJECT CONTENT
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AS LEVEL
AS 1
Fitness and Training for Sport
AS 2
The Active Leisure Industry: Health, Fitness and Lifestyle
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A2 LEVEL
A2 1
Event Management in the Active Leisure Industry
A2 2
The application of Science to Sports Performance
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METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
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AS 1
Coursework assessment: 60% of AS, 24% of A level.
Coursework showing written evidence of training methods, fitness assessment and planning, leading and evaluating exercise sessions, risk assessment.
AS 2
Written examination: 2 hours: 40% of AS, 16% of A Level. This includes short and extended questions and stimulus response questions based on health, fitness and lifestyle. All questions are compulsory.
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A2 1
Coursework Assessment. 36% of A Level . Written evidence of planning for an active leisure event and evaluation of outcome.
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A2 2
Written examination: 2 hours. 24% of A Level. This includes short and extended answer questions and stimulus response questions based on anatomy and physiology, skill acquisition, principles of learning and performance. All questions are compulsory
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RECOMMENDED SUBJECT GRADE AT GCSE
Science: A*-B
English Language: A*-B
CAREER INFORMATION
Physical education lends itself to a range of careers in sports and fitness as well as other industries that you may not have considered before. Some careers that you could consider doing with PE include: Sports Science, Physical Education teacher, Physiotherapist, Professional sportsperson, Sports coach/consultant, Nursing, Nutritionist or Personal Trainer. Always check with a careers advisor in relation to your subject choices and career aspirations.
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OTHER INFORMATION
This specification aims to encourage students to:
• develop and sustain an interest in sports science and the active leisure industry specific to Sport and Recreation and Health and Fitness;
• acquire knowledge and understanding of sports science and the active leisure industry specific to Sport and Recreation and Health and Fitness through practical and theoretical contexts;
• undertake practical activities which allow them to apply their knowledge, understanding and skills when exploring issues associated with the subject.