Physical Education

Entry Criteria

Average Point Score: 4.0

English Language GCSE Grade 4

Grade 4 in this subject (or equivalent) at GCSE

Examination Board

AQA

Teaching Staff

Mr Burns

Mrs Knight-Percival

Mr Deane

Theoretical – anatomy & physiology, skill acquisition, socio-cultural studies, sport psychology, exercise physiology and historical studies – this work is learnt in a variety of ways;
Visual – use of videos, powerpoints, demonstrations and ICT
Auditory – pupils presenting to their peers
Kinaesthetic – practical sessions, two lessons a week. Some theory lessons are also taught practically

those with a genuine interest and ability in practical Physical Education
those with an eye to a career in leisure (sport science, psychology, coaching, sport development, physiology) teaching, physiotherapy, nursing, management
those who wish to combine a good A Level with a variety of others – with Science – Biology and Physics, or Humanities – History, Geography, English
those who can research and follow it up
those who can openly discuss issues
those who would like to have practical lessons
and most of all, those who will enjoy it!