At Discovery, we develop the knowledge, skills and capabilities necessary for mental, emotional, social and physical well-being in our children now and for their future. Physical fitness is important in leading a healthier lifestyle. It teaches self-discipline and that to be successful you must work hard, cooperate, collaborate, show resilience and have the determination to believe that anything can be achieved.  Alongside this, sensory development using therapies and sensory diets aids the development of gross and fine motor skills as well as balance, agility and coordination.  It also supports children with SLD to regulate their emotions and be happy and healthy holistically

EYFS and Informal Pathway

Pupils develop their physical skills through play and structured activities that focus on movement, coordination, and control. They practice fine motor skills, like holding a pencil, and gross motor skills, like running, jumping, and climbing. These activities help build strength, balance, and coordination while encouraging healthy habits. Through regular opportunities to explore and move, children gain confidence in using their bodies and develop the skills they need for later learning and everyday life.

Semi Formal Pathway

Intent in physical education (and physical and sensory activities) A high-quality PE curriculum that is inclusive and allows all pupils to enjoy and succeed in many kinds of physical activity. Pupils take part in sequenced learning which is accessible, challenging and rewarding. Pupils develop the confidence to take part in a variety of physical activities. A healthy and active lifestyle is promoted throughout the academy.

In PE, by the end of the semi-formal curriculum children will be able to: Throw, catch, strike and roll balls and other equipment to be able to take part in team games and athleticsDevelop their balance, agility and coordination to aid gross and fine motor skills supporting their holistic developmentUnderstand dance and take part in dance activities and performancesPlay simple team games and understand the rulesTake part in athletic activitiesWork together to develop their physical abilityUse sensory diets and therapies to develop their gross and fine motor skills and regulate their emotional state, thus supporting wellbeingUnderstand the importance of health and wellbeing and how physical and sensory activities support this

Knowledge organisers outline the key new knowledge for each unit and the prior knowledge needed for pupils to make meaningful connections to new learning.

Long Term Plans

Nursery

Reception

Informal Pathway Cycle A

Year 1 and 2

Year 3 and 4

Year 5 and 6

Semi- Formal

Year 9 Curriculum

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