Nursery/Reception
Physical Development


In the Nursery we promote the values of being active and healthy.  Pupils have two PE lessons a week led by specialist staff.  They are introduced to a range of small, large and hand-held apparatus in a structured play environment.  Social interaction and co-operation are encouraged through partner and group work. 

As pupils move into Reception, they will be introduced to more sport specific skills and apparatus that will improve skills of coordination, control, manipulation and movement.

Pupils will develop skills in the areas of: gymnastics, dance, ball skills, swimming and athletics.  They will become familiar with the specialist teaching areas such as: the sports hall, the squash court, the tennis and netball courts, the sports fields and the outdoor swimming pool.

In class activities the children will practise their fine and gross motor skills through a range of activities.