Welcome to PE at Lightmoor
At Lightmoor Village Primary School, we are passionate about nurturing the sportsmen and sportswomen of tomorrow. We believe Physical Education plays a vital role in promoting healthy lifestyles, building confidence and developing positive attitudes towards physical activity. PE helps children challenge themselves, work collaboratively and develop resilience, supporting both their physical and personal growth.
Intent
It is our intent that through PE, children develop a lifelong love of physical activity and sport. We aim to equip pupils with the knowledge, skills and vocabulary they need to be physically confident and competent in a variety of activities. Aligned with our curriculum drivers of Celebrating Diversity and Endless Possibilities, all pupils have opportunities to succeed, develop teamwork, enjoy competition and understand the benefits of health and wellbeing. By the end of Key Stage 2, pupils leave Lightmoor with strong fundamental movement skills, sport-specific techniques and the confidence to participate in physical activity both in school and beyond.
Implementation
Children have two PE lessons each week, covering gymnastics, dance, invasion games, athletics and team sports. Our PE curriculum is currently delivered through the iPEP scheme, which ensures clear progression from Early Years to Year 6. From September 2026, we will transition to Get Set 4 PE to further strengthen sequencing, progression and assessment.
Our curriculum is designed to be inclusive and accessible for all abilities, ensuring every pupil can participate, develop skills and achieve success. Lessons revisit prior learning, build new skills, reinforce key vocabulary and provide opportunities to practise techniques in individual, team and competitive contexts. Some lessons are supported by specialist coaches from Crossbar Coaching, who bring additional expertise, knowledge and experience to enhance teaching and develop pupils’ skills further.
Swimming in Key Stage 2 is a core part of our provision, with 85% of pupils currently able to swim 25 metres or more by the end of Year 6. We also offer a variety of after-school clubs for all year groups, including football coaching, multisports and dance, giving pupils further opportunities to develop their skills and enjoy new activities.
Not only are children involved in intra-school competitions, but many also have the chance to experience new sports through inter-school competitions, supported by the Telford and Wrekin School Sports Partnership. The Primary PE and Sport Premium supports these opportunities, funding specialist coaching, competitions and enrichment experiences for all pupils.
Impact
Pupils leave Lightmoor confident, competent and enthusiastic about physical activity. They:
- Develop fundamental movement skills and sport-specific techniques
- Understand the benefits of exercise, health and wellbeing
- Enjoy participation in teamwork, challenge and competition
- Make sustained progress from Early Years to Year 6
Assessment is ongoing in lessons and across units to ensure pupils know more and remember more, helping teachers plan next steps and close any gaps.
Physical Education is an enjoyable, confidence-building and valued part of school life, equipping pupils with the skills, attitudes and enthusiasm to remain active for life.
“Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood.”
‘Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood.’
PE Lead: Miss Lampitt
We also offer a variety of After School Clubs for all years to take part in, such as football coaching, multisports, dance and rugby.
PE Progression Grids (Reception to Year 6)