PE and Sport

PE and Sport at Willowdown 2024-2025

At Willowdown, we ensure the high-quality delivery and consistent teaching of PE, as well as increased opportunities for physical activity. It is our aim to provide a variety of opportunities for physical activity through an engaging extra-curricular offer, which include a range of physical activity opportunities throughout the school day. In addition this year, we are going to be providing a range of competitive opportunities that allow pupils to develop their teamwork, leadership and social skills, whilst understanding the importance of how to compete in the right way.

As part of our PSHE curriculum, pupils learn about the importance of physical and mental health, as well as nutrition and sleep. As a school, we believe that this understanding combined with regular, purposeful physical activity will enable our pupils to become healthy and confident individuals, who will make sensible lifestyle choices and continue to engage in physical activity.

PE Curriculum and Programme of Study

PE Curriculum Programme of Study

Sports Clubs

Extra Curricular Clubs:

Clubs start straight after school and finish at 4.15pm.
Pupils must wear appropriate kit to be able to take part.
They are an opportunity for children to continue to develop their skills and to increase confidence.
They provide competitive opportunities.

PE Kit

For PE sessions the children come into school, dressed in their PE kit. This consists of:

White round-neck T-shirt (not polo shirts)
Black Shorts
In Autumn/Winter, children may prefer to wear plain black tracksuit bottoms or plain black leggings instead of shorts
Suitable daps or trainers (please note these must be Velcro, if they can’t tie their laces and no ‘high top’ trainers allowed)
A separate plain black or burgundy round-neck jumper (no zips or hoods)

During PE lessons, children are not allowed to wear jewellery of any kind, including earrings so please ensure these can be removed or are taped over. Long hair must be tied up.

All clothing items should be clearly named to avoid loss or confusion with other children.