Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School

Physical Education

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God?”

Corinthians 6:19-20

Our PE curriculum, developed in partnership with SHARES, has been thoughtfully designed to inspire active, confident, and resilient learners. It nurtures pupils who enjoy physical activity, demonstrate strong fundamental movement skills, and show determination to improve. Through high-quality coaching and engaging lessons, we aim to build teamwork, sportsmanship, and a lifelong love of health and physical wellbeing.

P.E. Curriculum Intent & Guiding Principles

The objective of our physical education curriculum, is to inspire every student to thrive and excel in competitive sports and other physically demanding activities. We aim foster physical confidence, supporting their overall health and fitness, while also instilling values such as fairness and respect through participation in sports and other physical endeavours. 

1. Every child is included and encouraged

We believe PE is for everyone. All pupils—regardless of ability, confidence or experience—are supported to take part, try new activities, and feel successful.

2. Physical activity builds healthy bodies and healthy minds

Regular movement improves fitness, emotional wellbeing, focus, and sleep. We promote active lifestyles that support children’s physical and mental health.

3. Developing skills step by step

Our PE curriculum helps children build fundamental skills such as running, jumping, throwing, catching, balance, coordination and teamwork. These skills prepare them for sport throughout primary school and beyond.

4. Enjoyment comes first

We create lessons that are fun, energetic and engaging. When children enjoy being active, they are more likely to stay active for life.

5. Encouraging effort, not just achievement

We celebrate personal progress, perseverance and trying your best. Children learn that improvement comes from practice, resilience and positive attitudes.

6. Teamwork and respect are at the heart of PE

Children learn to cooperate, communicate, share success, handle winning and losing respectfully, and support one another. Good sportsmanship matters as much as physical skill.

7. Safety and wellbeing are always a priority

We ensure that all activities are taught safely, equipment is well maintained, and children understand how to warm up, cool down and use equipment responsibly.

8. Opportunities for all to be active beyond lessons

We offer a range of clubs, competitions, active playtimes and events so children can explore and enjoy different sports and activities.

9. Lifelong habits start early

We encourage pupils to build habits that support a healthy lifestyle—staying active, eating well, and understanding that physical health is part of who God created them to be. 

 Curriculum Map

olw whole school curriculum map 2025 26.pdf

copy of pe implementation overview.pdf

 

 

Progression of skills

  

progression of skills document reception to y6 completed 1 1 .pdf

 

Swimming 

 At Our Lady of Walsingham, we provide swimming instruction as part of our Key Stage 2 curriculum.

Pupils will:

  • learn to swim competently, confidently and proficiently over a distance of at least 25 metres

  • develop the ability to use a variety of swimming strokes effectively, such as front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke

  • learn how to perform safe self-rescue in a range of water-based situations

  • Swimming lessons take place at Maghull Meadows Leisure Centre, and pupils travel to and from the pool with Maghull Coaches, ensuring safe and reliable transport for all sessions.
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Bikeability

Our Bikeability and road safety programme, delivered by Active Sefton, equips pupils with the essential skills and confidence they need to travel safely and responsibly.

Through practical, progressive training, children learn how to handle their bikes with control, assess risks, and make safe decisions when riding on the road.

The programme also reinforces key messages about awareness, signalling, and respecting other road users. You can find more information about the Bikeability training provided by Active Sefton here: Bikeability – Active Sefton. By developing these life-long skills, we empower pupils to become independent, safety-conscious cyclists who can navigate their journeys with responsibility and confidence.

Impact

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 Extra Curricula Clubs 

  • After School Multi Sports Club
  • Running Club - Cross Country Club
  • Girls Football
  • School Football Team
  • Breakfast Sports Club Twice weekly
  • Lunch Time Coaching Twice Weekly

Local Sports Clubs 

 🏐 Netball

 Useful Websites

  1. Netherton Activity Centre (Sefton Council)

    • A community leisure centre in Netherton with sports hall, floodlit pitch, activity studio, and junior/adult grass pitches. Sefton+1

    • Good place to check for local classes, holiday sports activities, and family sessions.

  2. Active Sefton – Active Sports Programme

    • Provides a wide variety of youth sports sessions: team games, archery, dodgeball, cycling, swimming, and more. Active Sefton Fitness

    • Their “Park Nights” are particularly good: free evening events with sports and activities for kids in Sefton. Active Sefton Fitness

  3. Be Active – Sefton School Holiday Activities

    • Sefton Council’s Be Active programme runs during school holidays for 0–16 year olds, with a broad range of sports and games. Sefton+2Sefton+2

    • Their holiday activity guides list camps at Netherton Activity Centre (e.g. LFC football camps, dance, cycling). Sefton

  4. LFC Foundation – Kicks & Open Goals (in Sefton / Netherton)

    • The LFC Foundation runs free “Kicks” football sessions at Netherton Activity Centre: weekly for 8–11 year olds, and for older youths. Liverpool FC

    • They also run “Open Goals” multi-sport, family activity sessions (e.g. frisbee, orienteering) in local parks. Liverpool FC

  5. Merseyside Sport – Find an Activity

    • A portal to search for local sports and physical activity opportunities in Merseyside. MSP

    • Useful if parents want to explore clubs, classes, or inclusive activity sessions near Netherton.

  6. L30 Community Centre / Fun 4 Kidz

    • The L30 Community Centre (in Netherton) offers after-school clubs and community activities via the charity Fun 4 Kidz. fun4kidz.org.uk+1

    • Great for structured programs in a community setting — contactable via their website / phone. fun4kidz.org.uk

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