"I have always believed that exercise is the key not only to physical health but to peace of mind". Nelson Mandela
We are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our children and understand the impact of physical activity and sport has on this. We aim to provide an inclusive, broad and balanced PE curriculum which ensures all children will benefit, whether through enhancing existing skills, learning new skills or being introduced to new sports, clubs, teams and organisations.
Gymnastics Curriculum
RE: Gymnastics curriculum with Rivers Gymnastics Academy
Two qualified British Gymnastics coaches will lead the gymnastics curriculum sessions throughout the academic year, enabling all cohorts to experience a bespoke programme. The sessions will be tailored to individuals using an athlete-focused approach, in a fun, safe, professional environment.
The sessions will progressively develop the fundamental movement skills and core fitness elements to include: balance, strength, flexibility, rebound, power, and co-ordination. Additionally, the children will have fantastic opportunities to partake in activities on specialised equipment with the highly trained and experienced coaches.
Each session will work towards the targets as set out within the National Curriculum and National Curriculum Plus, allowing the teachers an opportunity to upskill through CPD. All children will be developing physical literacy and gymnastics skills in the most efficient and effective way whilst encouraging a sense of motivation, challenge and achievement.
We know that the positive experiences we have at a young age shape habits for life – which is why it’s so key to help young children enjoy getting active daily.
Our aim is to get children fit for life and fit for learning by encouraging them to run or jog for 15 minutes every day in school. A physical activity which promotes social, emotional and mental health and wellbeing, as well as fitness.
It takes place outside in the fresh air during the school day at a time of the teachers choosing. Children run in their school clothes and no special kit or equipment is required.
The Daily Mile can be summarised as ‘every child, every day’, based on the ‘Four Fs’: fun, friendship, fresh air and fitness.