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Studying and following a varied and inspirational PE diet can help enhance knowledge and strengthen and develop wider learning. PE is not only a valuable school subject but also an essential healthy lifestyle choice.
The PE department has an experienced and highly knowledgeable group of teachers who are passionate about their subject and offering opportunities to all students. Lessons are challenging, and we push the students to be the best they can in a wide variety of activities. Our aim is for students to enjoy sport and continue to take part in physical activity for the rest of their lives. Communication and teamwork is at the heart of all the skills we teach and this is developed as students progress through the years. PE increases levels of independence, confidence and good health.
At Key Stage 3, students participate in a wide range of activities including football, trampolining, rugby, netball, basketball, handball, table tennis, badminton as well as activity days that take part at the end of each academic year. Here students participate in high ropes, low ropes, climbing, abseiling, water sports and many more teamwork activities. There are also inter-form football and table tennis competitions that take place throughout the year.
At Key Stage 4, we follow the OCR Cambridge Nationals in Sport Science specification. Students select a course as part of the ‘option process’ at the end of year 9. Students will study two mandatory units: Reducing the risk of sports injuries —this is assessed through a one-hour written paper; and Applying principles of training–this is assessed through moderated coursework. In order to complete the Certificate students are required to study two further units in topics such as; Sport Nutrition, Sport Psychology, Technology in Sport and the Body’s response to Physical Activity. Evidence for these units are moderated and can be presented in a variety of different ways, such as video, PowerPoint, practical demonstrations, verbal presentations, pictures, diagrams or interviews.
At Key Stage 5, we follow The Cambridge Technicals in Sport and Physical Activity. This has been developed to meet the changing needs of the sector and prepare students for the challenges they’ll face in university or employment. The Cambridge Technicals in Sport and Physical Activity focus on the knowledge, understanding and skills that today’s universities and employers demand. Students will practically apply their knowledge and skills in preparation for further study or the workplace. Students will study 3 mandatory units: Body systems and the effects of physical activity, Sports coaching and activity leadership and Sports organisation and development. Students will also study 2 optional units, some of these could include Organisation of Sports events, Practical skills in Sport and Physical activities, Sports injuries and rehabilitation, improving fitness for sport and physical activity and Biomechanics and movement analysis.
We are excited to announce our partnership with Advanced Player Development.
Advance Player Development (APD) was founded by Director and Head Coach, Harry Watling in March 2013. APD was built upon the 'Play The APD way' philosophy, which is an expansive and positive style of football that excites and engages within the modern game. The APD way is not only manifested on the pitch but demands the players to have a hard working attitude and respectful nature, off the pitch. Our company mission is to help aspiring young players bridge the gap between grassroots and professional academy football. One of the ways we work towards that is by offering College and Sixth Form Football Academies. This offers players a chance to experience training like a full time professional, with weekly fixtures and showcase matches against Pro Academies whilst completing their A Levels, BTECs or IB studies at the same time.
Success Story: Eddie Allsopp
“I came to APD not knowing what to expect and just saw it as another game of football with my mates. After just the first session with Harry I could see this coaching was at a different level to what I was used to. Harry took my talent and helped me grow as a player with training on a daily basis and putting me in challenging situations both on and off the pitch to test my ability and mental strength. I can honestly say that Harry is by far the best coach I’ve worked with and I will always make sure to stay in contact with all the staff at APD. I would recommend any young aspiring footballer to give APD a go.”
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We offer a wide and engaging range of sports for students of all abilities, across all key stages. These include:
Athletics, Football, Basketball, Netball, Trampolining, Table Tennis, Badminton, Cricket, Rounders, Cheerleading, Darts, Golf, Boxercising, and Yoga.
We are also very proud of our sports facilities which boasts of three sports halls, a basketball court, a large sports field and a 3G astro pitch. Students really enjoy their sport at Welling School and this is evident in a yearly sports day event held in the summer terms.
The PE department offers a range of trips and visits to promote their love of the subject. Some of these include football tournament trips to Holland, Sweden and Spain where the students can test their skills against international opposition.