Physical education
We aim to provide an outlet for pupils to escape the stresses of academic life and to develop their love for sport in a fun and active environment.
Physical education at City
Our philosophy at City is ‘sport for all’. At every level of ability, pupils can enjoy a wide range of sports on our excellent on-site facilities.
Why study physical education at City?
Sport is an integral part of life at City. We pride ourselves on the fact that our provision caters for everyone, from squad players aiming for excellence in competition, to recreational activities such as climbing. We believe in a philosophy of 'sport for all' and enjoyment plays a large part in this too. Within the curriculum, we aim to provide a varied programme of activities, encouraging the pupils toward a lifelong appreciation of physical activity, health and general wellbeing.
We are proud of the programme offered to the pupils and of the high standards that we consistently achieve. We aim to provide an outlet for pupils to escape the stresses of academic life and to develop their love for sport in a fun and active environment. Pupils have the opportunity to try anything: 'have a go' is our motto, you never know what you can achieve. We have excellent on-site sporting facilities, including netball and tennis courts, an all-weather pitch, a gymnasium, a fitness suite, a swimming pool, dance studio and a climbing wall.
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Curriculum
Year 7-9
In years 7 to 9 pupils participate in up to three hours of sporting activities a week, consisting of double games, swimming and gymnastics. As the seasons and years progress so too do the sports. By the end of the three years, pupils will have covered dance, netball, football, golf, cricket, athletics and tennis but to name but a few. A total of 18 sports and activities will be covered, giving our pupils a real taste of the the sporting world and the possibilities available.
Year 10-11
By year 11, pupils will have had the chance to try out water polo, synchronised swimming, lifesaving, volleyball, badminton, and trampolining, with the option of pursuing further activities such as boom cycle, pop lacrosse, basketball, karate, handball, multi-gym, pilates, yoga and climbing. Having a triple games lesson every week really allows our pupils to push their boundaries, and use the City as an extension to our sports grounds.
Sixth form
Physical education, clubs and squads also continue into the sixth form. Students have access to all of the school’s facilities and curriculum PE via an options programme in their general studies lessons. Additionally, pupils can choose to go off-site for their sports, as we utilise external classes in various locations in the City. Cross-country, football, gymnastics and netball squads continue in the sixth form enabling pupils to maintain their commitment to representing the school. There are also recreational clubs open to all for those seeking active, fun alternatives.
'PE is my favourite part of the day, every day.'
Beyond the curriculum
A range of enrichment experiences are offered for both day and residential trips. In the past we have watched international netball tournaments, gymnastics competitions and tennis at Wimbledon. We also offer residential trips such as netball weekends to Shropshire and sport tours to Spain and Holland. Our biannual gym and dance display also gives our pupils the opportunity to showcase the gym and dance skills that they have learned in lessons and clubs. Furthermore, our elite performer support programme offers guidance and additional help to those athletes balancing their studies with a busy sporting timetable.
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