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Introduction

Physical Education and Games at Kirkham Grammar School provides the unique opportunity for all pupils to perform at the highest level in various sports whilst simultaneously experiencing a broad and balanced curriculum taught through a range of activities.  Pupils have the chance to represent the school in one of the many teams and individual sports in our highly competitive fixtures programme.  Elsewhere pupils can enjoy the range of activities on offer in the curriculum or at club practice.  A concern for the health of the pupil and the role of exercise in maintaining fitness remain key aspects of all the work undertaken in PE and Games.

All members of the school have, as part of the curriculum, timetabled lessons in Physical Education and Games.  At GCSE, BTEC and A Level, pupils can gain a formal qualification in Physical Education, which can potentially lead to entry into further study and careers in this continually expanding feature of society.

Lower School

Activities taught are: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Cricket, Athletic Development, Gymnastics, Hockey, Netball, Rounders, Rugby, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Football, Orienteering and Quick Cricket.

Middle School

GCSE Physical Education
Board: AQA

Theory 60%
Practical 40%

Pupils are taught both the theory and practical elements of Physical Education.  Pupils select and study three activities for practical assessment, one individual and two team or vice versa, plus a Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) on one of their chosen sports. 

The theoretical aspect covers:

•     Applied anatomy and physiology
•     Skill acquisition
•     Sport and society
•     Exercise physiology
•     Biomechanical movement
•     Sport psychology
•     Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport 

Pupils are assessed in two formal examinations at the end of the two year course.

Senior School

A Level Physical Education
Board: AQA

Paper 1 (35% of A Level)
Paper 2 (35% of A Level)
Non-exam assessment (30% of A Level)

This specification takes a multi-disciplinary approach, encouraging the development of different methods of study and enquiry from a wide range of disciplines, with the focal point being the performer and the performance. This A Level qualification is linear.

Co-Curricular 

Representative teams in:    

                Athletics
                Cricket
                Cross Country
                Hockey
                Netball
                Rugby
                Swimming
                Tennis
                
Club activities:         

            Badminton
            Basketball
            Hockey
            Table Tennis
            Tennis
            Volleyball
            Rounders
            Athletics
            Netball

Sixth Form

Kirkham Grammar School follows the AQA A Level specification for Physical Education.  This specification takes a multi-disciplinary approach, encouraging the development of different methods of study and enquiry from a wide range of disciplines, with the focal point being the performer and the performance. This A Level qualification is linear.

Academic PE has developed significantly in recent years, with PE featuring as one of the most popular A Level choices at KGS. The school has excellent facilities for the practical elements of the subject, and a variety of resources to support the teaching and learning of our pupils. 

The Course

A Level

Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport

• Applied anatomy and physiology
• Skill acquisition
• Sport and society 

2 hour written paper (35% of A Level)

Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport

• Exercise physiology and biomechanics 
• Sport psychology
• Sport and society and technology in sport

2 hour written paper (35% of A Level)

Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in a physical activity and sport
Pupils are assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity. There is also written/verbal analysis of performance.

Internal assessment (30% of A Level)

Careers

A Level Physical Education offers the pupil an opportunity to develop a wide understanding of sport and how it relates to modern day society which includes physiological, psychological and sociological factors underpinning sport.

In recent years, pupils from KGS have gained places at many leading Universities that specialise in the study of sport at degree level and beyond. Many of these pupils come back to visit and are able to give our current pupils help and advice on choosing the right place of study for the future.

The specification promotes an appreciation of the foundations and organisation of sport in all of our lives and provides the platform for future diverse career options in sport and leisure, including:

Armed Forces PTI

Fitness Consultant

Leisure Consultant

Leisure/Recreation Management

Physiotherapy

Professional Coaching

Professional Sportsmen/women

Sports Development

Sports Medicine

Sports Psychology

Teacher/Lecturer

BTEC Level 3 Sport

The course followed at KGS is the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Why are BTECs so useful?

BTECs embody a fundamentally learner-centered approach. 

The Course

Unit 1:  Anatomy and Physiology

Learners explore how the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and respiratory systems function and the fundamentals of the energy systems.

This unit is assessed externally with a 1.5 hours written examination set and marked by Pearson.

Unit 2:  Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Wellbeing

Learners explore client screening and lifestyle assessment, fitness training methods and fitness programming to support improvements in a client's health and wellbeing.

This unit is assessed externally with a task which is externally set and marked by Pearson and completed under supervised conditions.

Unit 3:  Professional Development in the Sports Industry

Learners explore the knowledge and skills required for different career pathways in the sports industry.  They will take part in, and reflect on, a personal skills audit, career action plan and practical interview assessment activities.

This unit is assessed internally through various tasks and is moderated externally by Pearson.

Unit 4:  Practical Sports Performance

Learners study the skills, techniques, tactics and rules of selected sports through active participation in individual/team sports.

This unit is assessed internally through various tasks and practical sessions and is moderated externally by Pearson.

Sports Practices

• Girls
• Boys