Term 4 Overviews, 2024
Effie Leisos - Foundation to Grade 2
Aaron Hamilton & Effie Leisos - Grade 3 to 6
Foundation
During this term in Physical Education, the students will focus on various simple games and activities designed to develop their coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. They will learn basic rules, share turns, and practice following instructions while having fun and engaging in team games. The students will practice the skill of skipping, helping to build coordination, balance, and gross motor skills.
During Health this term, the topic Healthy Eating will be further explored. The students will learn about the importance of nutrition, and how healthy choices help their bodies grow.
Grade 1
During this term in Physical Education, the students will learn to understand and follow the basic rules of various games. They will focus on taking turns, playing fairly, and respecting others. They will explore the importance of teamwork, sharing ideas, and encouraging friends during both competitive and cooperative games. The students will continue to practice their skipping skills and help improve their coordination, rhythm, and stamina.
During Health this term, the students will focus on the five main food groups. They will explore the benefits of each group and how eating a balanced diet helps their bodies stay strong, healthy, and full of energy. Activities will include identifying food items and discussing healthy eating habits.
Grade 2
During this term in Physical Education, the students will develop a deeper understanding of fair play in sports. They will focus on the importance of honesty, respect for others, and following the rules during games and activities. In team sports and activities, the students will explore the concept of equality and fairness, learning that each team member has an important role. They will practice inclusion and support for their teammates. The students will participate in a tennis clinic, where they will learn the basic skills of the game, including serving, rallying, and understanding court positions. Through drills and activities, they will develop hand-eye coordination, agility, and sportsmanship while having fun learning the fundamentals of tennis.
During Health this term, the students will be introduced to the food pyramid, learning about the different food groups and how they contribute to a balanced diet. They will begin to understand the importance of eating a variety of foods for energy, growth, and overall health, while gaining knowledge on portion sizes and making healthy food choices.
Grade 3
Grade 4/5
Grade 6
During Semester Two in Physical Education, the students will focus on developing essential sports skills. They will cover various activities, including Frisbee soccer, tennis, golf, and basketball, while also emphasizing the importance of diversity within our school community.
The activities will promote teamwork, hand-eye coordination, and cardiovascular fitness. Through engaging drills and games, the students will have the opportunity to improve their agility and coordination while learning the importance of sportsmanship and fair play.
Students will focus on building their confidence, enhance their physical fitness, and learn how to collaborate effectively with teammates.
During Health this Semester, the students will discuss and participate in activities that highlight different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.
Term 3 Overviews, 2024
During this term of Physical Education, students will focus on the Olympic Games through engaging activities tailored to their age and interests.
The students will also Gymnastics, where they will work on enhancing their balance, coordination, strength, and self-assurance through a series of carefully structured exercises.
During Health this term, the topic is Healthy Eating. The students will discuss what healthy eating means to them.
During this term of Physical Education, the students will focus on the Olympic Games through exciting, age-appropriate activities aimed at developing skills and having fun. They will participate in a variety of Olympic-themed exercises and games to deepen their understanding of sportsmanship and physical fitness.
The students will focus on Gymnastics to improve their balance, coordination, strength, and confidence through structured exercises.
During Health this term, the topic is Healthy Eating.
The students will focus on eating balanced meals and snacks.
During this term in Physical Education, students will explore the Olympic Games through engaging age-appropriate activities that foster both skill development and an appreciation for global athletic excellence. They will have the opportunity to actively participate in various Olympic-themed exercises and games designed to enhance their understanding of sportsmanship and physical fitness.
The students will also engage in Gymnastics to enhance their abilities in balance, coordination, strength, and confidence-building exercises.
The students will participate in discussions and complete activities relating to the Food Pyramid.
Term 2 Overviews, 2024
The main focus areas in Physical Education this term will be Movement and Cooperative Play using a variety of ball skills, minor games and fitness activities. These focus areas will be the introduction of the four basic fundamental motor skills of catching, kicking, running, and jumping. The students will participate in weekly activities to develop these skills.
Emergencies will be the focus in Health this term. The students will revise the steps of what to do in an emergency.
Mrs Leisos
The focus in Physical Education this term will be to enhance the students' ball skills, which will lead to more refined skills such as basketball and soccer skills. The students will be introduced to passing, dribbling, kicking and shooting skills. They will have the opportunity to attend a sports clinic at school, which is run by a professional coach.
In Health, the focus will be on Emergencies. The students will participate in the discussions and complete activities on how to recognise the difference between an emergency or a non-emergency.
Students will engage in a striking and fielding unit of work with a focus on throwing and catching, the two-hand strike & togetherness. Students will be guided through a variety of activities and small sided games, developing, and evolving their fundamental movements. Students will then move on to a football unit introducing the fundamental skills of football (Soccer) and the concept of Physical Literacy. Through engagement in activities centred around football they will have the chance to develop their personal movement skills, confidence, and motivation. Throughout the term students will be encouraged and supported to work cooperatively and apply the rules fairly. Mr Hamilton, Mrs Leisos & Ms Pemberton.
Students will engage in a striking and fielding unit of work with a focus on throwing and catching, the two-hand strike & togetherness. Students will be encouraged to make informed decisions throughout the units, giving the students greater choice in the activities they take part in and their levels of challenge and success. Students will build on their understanding of throwing and catching and use this skill in small, sided games. Later in the term students will participate in a Netball unit. Students will be introduced to a variety of strategies to allow both themselves and their teams to be successful. Mr. Hamilton
During Term Two, the students will participate regularly in physical activities for the purpose of improving skill and health, and identify and describe the components of health-related fitness. The students will focus on their fitness and work towards running three kilometres. They will take part in the cross-country trials and have the opportunity to represent the school in the cross-country team. The students will participate in a basketball program. They will focus on skills such as dribbling, passes and shooting, which will allow them to gain knowledge of the game.Mr Hamilton & Mrs Leisos
Term 1 Overviews, 2024
The students will participate in a wide variety of activities aimed at developing skills and enjoyment through Sport and Physical Education. The students will be introduced to rules and procedures to help them develop routines and safety expectations during sports lessons. Ball skills will be the main focus during Sport this term. Cyber Safety will be the focus in Health.
The students will identify rules and fair play when creating and participating in physical activities. They will be introduced to and be encouraged to use a variety of strategies to work in group situations when participating in physical activities. The school values and expectations will be reinforced during lessons. The further development of ball skills, including kick and passing will be the focus this term in Sport. Cyber Safety will be the focus this term in Health.
During Physical Education this term, students in year 3 will demonstrate skills to work collaboratively and play fairly. Students will explore modifying games and rules to keep activities fair, fun and safe. With a focus on preparation for our Athletics carnival early in term 2, students will refine their fundamental movement skills and explore movements and strategies to successfully complete in the athletics events. The students will take part in our swimming carnival potentially earning the opportunity to be in the school swimming team.
Mr Hamilton, Mrs Leisos & Ms Pemberton.
During Physical Education this term, students in year 4/5 will demonstrate skills to work collaboratively and play fairly. Students will explore modifying games and rules to keep activities fair, fun and safe. With a focus on preparation for our Athletics carnival early in term 2, students will refine their fundamental movement skills and explore movements and strategies to successfully complete in the athletics events. The students will take part in our swimming carnival potentially earning the opportunity to be in the school swimming team.
Mr. Hamilton
During Physical Education this term, students in year 6 will demonstrate skills to work collaboratively and play fairly. Students will explore modifying games and rules to keep activities fair, fun and safe. With a focus on preparation for our Athletics carnival early in term 2, students will refine their fundamental movement skills and explore movements and strategies to successfully complete in the athletics events. The students will take part in our swimming carnival potentially earning the opportunity to be in the school swimming team.
Mr Hamilton & Mrs Leisos
