PE
Staff Names and Roles
Mr R Ellis – Subject Leader
Mrs A Coulson – PE Teacher
Mrs H Craig – PE Teacher
Physical Education at Settle College aims to provide learners with a lifelong love of sport and an educated outlook on a healthy lifestyle. Through a carefully constructed timetable, we offer a wide range of sporting experiences from traditional PE sports to less mainstreams activities that help to provide the students with a varied and challenging curriculum. The aim of PE department is to ensure all students have a positive experience of core PE and to achieve this the focus is very much on the students achieving their best rather than focusing on what others are doing.
Please see the document below for more information about the curriculum for PE. If you would like more detailed documents, including information about literacy, personal development and careers, please contact the subject leader.
PE Department Curriculum Intent
For students looking for an extra challenge we offer a full Extra-Curricular timetable that allows the students to improve their performance in a particular sport and also have the opportunity to represent school in certain activities. Extra-Curricular clubs are open to everyone, regardless of prior experiences or ability.
There will be inter-house football competitions for the boys and inter-house rounders competitions for the girls.
Students in Key Stage 4 have 4 lessons of Physical Education per fortnight. Skills are further enhanced, and opportunities for leadership, umpiring, organising events and the running of tournaments becomes a focus which develops students’ confidence and management abilities.
As well as the full core curriculum of Physical Education in Key Stage 4, GCSE Physical Education is also offered as an option subject in Years 10 and 11. The course provides an enriched learning experience for students where they will learn theory, demonstrate practical ability and showcase their sporting talents. Consistently high grades are achieved by our students in these courses.
GCSE Physical Education
Awarding Body
OCR
Useful Website: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-physical-education-j587-from-2016/
Subject Staff
Mr R Ellis – Subject Leader
Mrs A Coulson – PE Teacher
Miss H Newbold – PE Teacher
Mr M Harrison – PE Teacher
Course requirements
A general interest in Physical Education and the key concepts that surround the subject
Course Description
The course will be taught over 1 year and is available as an option in either Yr10 or 11. Students will be assessed in both Theory and Practical. For the practical element students are assessed in sports as a performer.
Course outline
Equipment and Additional Costs To meet the health and safety requirements and reflect the corporate image of the Physical Education Department, students will be required to purchase sport kit. There may be some additional costs for educational visits and other specialist personal equipment.
Cambridge National Sport Science Level 2
Awarding Body
OCR
Useful Website: https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/sport-science-level-1-2-j802-j812/
Subject Staff
Mr Ellis (Subject Leader), Mr T Davidson
Course requirements
A general interest in Physical Education and the key concepts that surround the subject
Course Description
The course will be taught over 1 year and is available as an option in either Yr10 or 11. Students will be assessed in the form of an exam and a series of centre-assessed units. The Cambridge National in Sport Science helps students appreciate how sport science underpins sport at all levels. They learn about anatomy, physiology, injury prevention, improving personal fitness through appropriate training and diet, and the role of psychology in improving performance.
Students have 2 mandatory units to study and a further 2 optional units which will be selected by the teacher to best suit the needs of the students.
Equipment and Additional Costs To meet the health and safety requirements and reflect the corporate image of the Physical Education Department, students will be required to purchase sport kit. There may be some additional costs for educational visits and other specialist personal equipment
A full enrichment programme is offered to students at Key Stage 5. The opportunity for students to lead and coach the younger students is also available and assisting in core PE lessons is something which has been hugely successful.
At Key Stage 5, we have a choice of A-Level Physical Education or the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport. Students can develop their skills within sport, preparing them fully for higher education and/or job opportunities within the sporting world.
In addition to the broad range of curriculum opportunities, here at Settle College Physical Education provides an extensive extra-curricular timetable. During the winter months sports such as Netball, Football, Hockey, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Badminton, Handball, Table Tennis and Basketball are all offered during lunchtimes and after school. In the summer months we offer Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, Tennis and Volleyball. Success is notable with Settle College achieving titles such as “Carnegie League Champions” in recent years. A fitness suite is also available for students to use both at lunchtimes and after school.
A-Level Physical Education and CTEC Level 3 Certificate in Sport
N.B The needs of our students will be assessed prior to them choosing their course and the course selection will be tailored to best suit the learners.
A-Level Physical Education
Awarding Body
OCR
Useful Websites
www.ocr.org.uk/i-want-to/download-past-papers
http://www.teachpe.com/a_level.php
http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h155-h555-from-2016
Subject Staff
Mr R Ellis – Subject Leader
Mrs A Coulson – PE Teacher
Miss H Newbold – PE Teacher
Mr M Harrison – PE Teacher
Student comments
“It is an interesting and enjoyable subject for anyone who loves PE.”
“It is a fun subject to do and is a good subject for anyone who enjoys sport.”
Course requirements:
5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above. Grade 6 or Distinction at KS4 GCSE/CNAT PE/Sport Science and ideally a grade 6 in Science.
Students will also be expected to be practically able in one sport and to be willing to commit to a 10-week coaching/umpiring/officiating course. The PE staff will interview students to ensure they are suitable for the course. Students should be aware that they are required to commit to extra-curricular activities and develop their knowledge outside the classroom.
Course Description
This qualification will be taught over two years with students being examined at the end of the second year only.
Course Outline:
Equipment and Additional Costs
To meet the health and safety requirements and reflect the corporate image of the Physical Education Department, students will be required to purchase sport kit and to buy the student text book. There may be some additional costs for educational visits and other specialist personal equipment.
Work Experience
Work experience will be gained on a regular basis having opportunities to visiting schools and delivering practical activities, visits to organisations and visiting lecturers.
Progression
Students may choose to go into Higher Education on one of the many degree courses now emerging in sports development or the more established areas of leisure management, sports science/fitness and teaching PE. Other possible career paths may include employment in sporting facilities such as fitness gyms or football development centres, or as swimming instructors or sports and community development officers. This is also an appropriate course for students wishing to join the public services or the Armed Forces.
CTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport
Awarding Body
OCR
Subject Staff
Mr R Ellis (Subject Leader)
Student Comments
“It is great to study sport at a more advanced level.”
“I enjoy CTEC Sport as it gives you a greater understanding of the human body and allows me to develop my coaching ability.”
“This course is not easy but it is fun. I am learning a lot of new things. This course will help me to decide if I want to go to University to study Sport in any field.”
Course Requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 5 or higher. Grade 5 or Merit at GCSE/CNAT PE/Sport Science
Students will be interviewed by the PE Department as part of the application process. Potential students should be aware that they will be required to study two other AS-Level or BTEC/CTEC course and must meet the individual entry criteria for that subject.
Course Description
The award will be taught in one timetable blocks. In Year 1 of the course, students will reach CTEC Certificate in Sport level. This has the equivalence to half a GCE A-Level. Students continuing to Year 2 of the course will have the opportunity to reach CTEC Extended Certificate in Sport.
Certificate in Sport (180 GLH)
Unit 1: Body systems and the effects of physical activity (Exam)
Unit 2: Sports coaching and leadership (Assignment)
Extended Certificate in Sport (360 GLH)(these units build on those studied at Certificate level)
Unit 3: Sports organisation and development (exam)
Unit 11: Physical activity for specific groups
Unit 12: Nutrition and diet for sport and exercise
Unit 17: Sports injuries and rehabilitation
This qualification will also give students the opportunity to gain an understanding of employment opportunities, job requirements and working practices in the sports and fitness industries. It will enable students to start to build the technical skills and knowledge relevant to the sports and fitness industries.
Assessment
The programme is assessed through a variety of methods which will include written assignments, practical activities, interviews, presentations and portfolio building, which will test students’ application of knowledge and understanding, development of practical and technical skills, and personal development for occupational roles.
Equipment and Additional Costs
To meet the health and safety requirements and reflect the corporate image of the Physical Education Department, students will be required to purchase sport kit. There may be some additional costs for educational visits and other specialist personal equipment.
Work Experience
Work experience will be gained on a regular basis having opportunities to visit schools and organisations, deliver practical activities, and listen to visiting lecturers.
Progression
Students may choose to go into Higher Education on one of the many degree courses now emerging in Sports Development, or the more established areas of Leisure Management, Sports Science/fitness and teaching PE. Other possible career paths may include employment in sporting facilities such as fitness gyms or football development centres, or as swimming instructors or Sports and Community Development Officers. This is also an appropriate course for students wishing to join public services or the Armed Forces.
