Physical Education

• PE at St James’ Haslingden provides challenging and enjoyable learning through a range of sporting activities including invasion games, net & wall games, striking and fielding games, gymnastics, dance, health and fitness, outdoor and adventure and swimming.
• The whole Year 4 class has swimming in the Autumn and Spring Terms.
• Pupils participate in at least 2 hours of high-quality PE lessons each week, covering  two different sports/ skills focuses each half term.
• Teachers use and adapt planning and resources to ensure lessons across years show progression.
• Children are encouraged to participate in the varied range of extra-curricular activities. We provide inclusive and enjoyable clubs which increase children’s physical activity. Clubs are offered to both KS1 and KS2 children, occasionally Foundation Stage too.
• Year 6 children can become Play Leaders for the school. Training for this is provided by our Deputy Headteacher. The children assist with and organise games at break times.
• We believe that having a Sports Council at St James’ Haslingden, helps to develop sporting role models for the younger children. 2 Sports Council Leaders are elected from Yr2-Yr6. These children meet half-termly with the PE Lead and discuss ways to develop the PE and Sports in our school. They also organise both Inter and Intra School competitions, support club development, lead pupil voice and actively encourage sport for all.
• Children are invited to attend a host of competitive sporting events and festivals within the local area and beyond. We take part in all competitions on offer and strive for an inclusive approach which endeavours to encourage not only physical development but also mental well-being.

At St James’ Haslingden, we aspire for children to enjoy PE and develop a love of sport and physical activity which becomes part of their future life outside of primary school. We ensure that our PE curriculum is progressive and allows children to develop fundamental skills and apply them to a variety of sports and activities. Our pupils are physically active, and this has a positive impact on their learning in the classroom. We have created a safe and supportive environment that encourages each child to lead a healthy lifestyle and understand the importance of regular exercise. Children can represent the school at sporting events from local to county level. All children are provided with the necessary skills and given opportunities to demonstrate improvement to achieve great things and live life in all its fullness.