PE and Swimming
Physical Education
All children participate in PE lessons, which will include aspects of dance, educational gymnastics, games, swimming and adventurous outdoor activities (walking and orienteering). Children will participate in both indoor and outdoor session. For safety reasons, hair should be tied back and no jewellery is permitted to be worn.
Westlea have a sports coach who comes into school twice a week to work with specific groups of children that have been identified. They will take part in a range of activities that aim to:
- Improve fine and gross motor skills.
- Develop skills and apply them in different scenarios.
- Promote engagement and enjoyment.
- Foster and develop positive social interactions.
Children can wear PE kit to school on PE days.
PE Kit
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Pupils should wear a plain white t-shirt or polo shirt with non branded bottoms, these can include black, grey or navy shorts or joggers and trainers. Children can wear their school jumper or cardigan if cold. Please note that hooded tops or logo branded items are not permitted.
For children in EYFS and Year 1 please can a PE Kit (white polo or t-shirt, non-branded plain black, grey or navy shorts or joggers and trainers) be provided in a named bag as pupils will change at school. |
Swimming
All children in Year 5 have the opportunity to have swimming lessons. The goal is for the children to be able to swim 25 metres by the end of KS2. However, children who can already swim this distance will have the opportunity to improve their strokes and skills.
