Physical Education

and Sport

Leader - Simon Bushell

At St Francis Church of England Primary we believe that Physical Education, experienced in a safe and supportive environment, plays a unique and vital contribution to a pupil’s physical development and well-being. Both the PE curriculum and extra-curricular sport and physical activities aim to improve the quality of life for all children, through providing opportunities to develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for a healthy and active lifestyle.

We endeavour to offer the children opportunities for inclusive and supportive sports activities alongside both intra and inter-school competitions. This offer is augmented with after school clubs where all children are given the opportunity to engage in additional physical activities.

Physical Education Knowledge & Skills Progression

Swimming

At St Francis, we believe that swimming is a very important life skill and one of the most important reasons that pupils should learn to swim is for safety. It is also a great form of physical activity which involves the entire body, strengthening both heart and lungs. Swimming is a fantastic social activity that allows pupils to have fun and interact with their peers. Pupils attend swimming lessons, weekly, at a local swimming pool when they are in year 3.

Swimming data of current year 6 pupils’ level of ability was collected through a combination of parent questionnaires, pupil surveys and assessment data from swimming teachers. In line with DFE requirements, please see the statutory data for year 6 swimming.

Statutory Swimming Data - June 2025