PE – Âé¶¹¹û¶³ Primary School Âé¶¹¹û¶³ Primary School Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:01:48 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2019/02/cropped-Logo398x200-32x32.png PE – Âé¶¹¹û¶³ Primary School 32 32 What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 2 2026: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-2-2026/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-2-2026/#respond Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:01:48 +0000 /?p=3126 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 2 2026:

Foundation students will continue to develop fundamental motor skills and play basic group games. They will focus on displaying good sportsmanship and the importance of following rules. Kicking and striking skills will be practised individually at first, and as the term progresses, these skills will be used in pairs or small groups.

Grade 1 students will focus on various striking and kicking skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games based on soccer, football, and tee-ball. They will also continue to include movement activities and ball skills in their active warm-ups.

Grade 2 students will focus on various striking and kicking skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games based on soccer, football, and tee-ball. They will also continue to include movement activities and ball skills in their active warm-ups.

Grade 3 students will focus on netball, football, soccer, and athletics. Students will learn about different positions on the court or field and have the opportunity to experience them in a game situation. They will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to enjoy both track and field events.

Grade 4 students will focus on netball, football, soccer, and athletics. Students will learn about different positions on the court or field and have the opportunity to experience them in a game situation. They will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to enjoy both track and field events.

Grade 5/6 students will focus on netball, football, soccer, and athletics. Students will learn about different positions and rules across these sports and have the opportunity to experience them in game scenarios. They will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to improve performance in both track and field events.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 1 2026: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-1-2026/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-1-2026/#respond Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:35:01 +0000 /?p=3031 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 1 2026:

Foundation students will begin to develop Fundamental Motor Skills and be introduced to basic group games. We will focus on displaying good sportsmanship and the importance of following the rules. Students will be introduced to throwing and catching skills throughout the term.

Grade One students will be focusing on various throwing and passing skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games and skill activities. We will introduce a range of target games where students will have the chance identify rules and fair play while working in small groups.

We will also explore the Winter Olympic Games and learn about the different events.

Grade Two students will be focusing on various throwing and passing skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games and skill activities. We will introduce a range of target games where students will have the chance identify rules and fair play while working in small groups.

We will also explore the Winter Olympic Games and learn about the different events.

Grade three students will be focusing on Racquet Sports, Tee-ball and Basketball. This will provide opportunities to learn about different skills from these sports and participate in modified games. Students will be applying basic rules and scoring systems and continuing to develop their knowledge of fair play. We will also explore the Winter Olympic Games and learn about the different events.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

Grade three students will be focusing on Racquet Sports, Tee-ball and Basketball. This will provide opportunities to learn about different skills from these sports and participate in modified games. Students will be applying basic rules and scoring systems and continuing to develop their knowledge of fair play. We will also explore the Winter Olympic Games and learn about the different events.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

Grade 5/6 students will be focusing on Tee-ball, Racquet Sports and Target Games. This will provide opportunities to learn new skills and develop understanding of how to adjust the force and speed of an object to improve accuracy and control. Fitness activities will be included in lessons and students will discuss different reactions that occur in the body as a result of exercise. We will also explore the Winter Olympic Games and learn about the different events.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 4 2025: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-4-2025/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-4-2025/#respond Sun, 12 Oct 2025 22:55:06 +0000 /?p=2939 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 4 2025:

Foundation students will be introduced to games that require students to be aware of personal safety and game boundaries as well as participating in games responding to stimuli, such as musical chairs. Students will also explore how regular physical activity keeps individuals healthy and well.

Grade 1 students will be introduced to a range of ‘Net Games’ and continue to develop striking, throwing and catching skills.

They will also be discussing how the body reacts to participating in different physical activities and how they are feeling. Particularly identifying and sharing positive feelings they experience when participating in physical activities.

Grade 2 students will have the opportunity to develop further skills in a variety of ‘Net Games’ including striking, throwing and catching skills.

They will also be discussing how the body reacts to participating in different physical activities and how they are feeling. Particularly identifying and sharing positive feelings they experience when participating in physical activities.

Grade 3 students will be focusing on ‘Target Games’ to begin Term 4. This will provide opportunities to explore and practising different techniques to propel objects towards a target and apply basic rules and scoring systems.

They will also examine the benefits of physical activity and physical fitness to health and wellbeing while completing fitness challenges.

Grade 4 students will be focusing on ‘Target Games’ to begin Term 4. This will provide opportunities to explore and practising different techniques to propel objects towards a target and apply basic rules and scoring systems. They will also examine the benefits of physical activity and physical fitness to health and wellbeing while completing fitness challenges.

Grade 5/6 students will participate in physical activities designed to enhance fitness and discuss the impact of regular participation on health and wellbeing.

They will also take part in Tennis and Basketball sessions which will provide opportunities to further develop students understanding of scoring systems, rules and how team strategies can be utilised during a game.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 3 2025: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-3-2025/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-3-2025/#respond Sun, 27 Jul 2025 22:38:54 +0000 /?p=2904 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 3 2025:

Foundation students will be introduced to the basic skills of Cricket and Tee-Ball. Striking and throwing skills will be practiced individually to begin with, as the term progresses we will use these skills within small groups and modified games.

Students will be focusing on learning the basic skills of Netball, Basketball and Athletics. These skills will be used in modified games, with a focus on good sportsmanship and teamwork.

Students will create and adapt games with others and co-construct rules that make the game fun, safe, fair and inclusive.

Students will be focusing on learning the basic skills of Netball, Basketball and Athletics. These skills will be used in modified games, with a focus on good sportsmanship and teamwork.

Students will create and adapt games with others and co-construct rules that make the game fun, safe, fair and inclusive.

Students will begin the term with an Athletics unit to introduce them to the Track and Field events that will be included in our House Athletics Carnival.

Students will work on refining striking skills using a variety of equipment and exploring modifications to technique when striking for accuracy and distance.

All students will participate in our House Athletics Carnival at Craigieburn Athletics Track.

Students will begin the term with an Athletics unit to continue to develop their knowledge and ability to perform different Track and Field events.

Students will work on refining striking skills using a variety of equipment and exploring modifications to technique when striking for accuracy and distance.

All students will participate in our House Athletics Carnival at Craigieburn Athletics Track.

Students will begin the term with an Athletics unit to continue to develop their knowledge and ability to perform different Track and Field events.

Students will then get the opportunity to create and test offensive and defensive strategies during team games while also taking on a range of roles and responsibilities(umpire, coach, scorer).

All students will participate in our House Athletics Carnival at Craigieburn Athletics Track.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 2 2025: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-2-2025/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-2-2025/#respond Wed, 07 May 2025 22:17:56 +0000 /?p=2809 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 2 2025:

Foundation students will continue to develop Fundamental Motor Skills and play basic group games. We will focus on displaying good sportsmanship and the importance of following the rules. Kicking and striking skills will be practiced individually to begin with, as the term progresses, we will use these skills within pairs or small groups.

Grade 1 students will be focusing on various striking and kicking skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games based around Soccer, Football and Tee-Ball. We will also continue to include movement activities and ball skills into our active warmups.

Grade 2 students will be focusing on various striking and kicking skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games based around Soccer, Football and Tee-Ball. We will also continue to include movement activities and ball skills into our active warmups.

Grade 3 students will be focusing on Netball, Football, Soccer and Athletics. Students will learn about different positions on the court/field and have the opportunity to experience them in a game situation. We will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to enjoy both Track and Field events.

Grade 4 students will be focusing on Netball, Football, Soccer and Athletics. Students will learn about different positions on the court/field and have the opportunity to experience them in a game situation. We will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to enjoy both Track and Field events.

Grade 5/6 students will be focusing on Netball, Football, Soccer and Athletics. Students will learn about different positions and rules across these sports and have the opportunity to experience them in a game scenario. We will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to improve performance in both Track and Field events.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 1 2025: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-1-2025/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-1-2025/#respond Tue, 18 Feb 2025 22:57:12 +0000 /?p=2704 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 1 2025:

Foundation students will begin to develop Fundamental Motor Skills and be introduced to basic group games. We will focus on displaying good sportsmanship and the importance of following the rules. Students will be introduced to throwing and catching skills throughout the term.

Grade One students will be focusing on various throwing and passing skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games and skill activities. We will introduce a range of target games where students will have the chance identify rules and fair play while working in small groups.

Grade Two students will be focusing on various throwing and passing skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games and skill activities. We will introduce a range of target games where students will have the chance identify rules and fair play while working in small groups.

Grade three students will be focusing on Racquet Sports, Tee-ball and Basketball. This will provide opportunities to learn about different skills from these sports and participate in modified games. Students will be applying basic rules and scoring systems and continuing to develop their knowledge of fair play.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

Grade three students will be focusing on Racquet Sports, Tee-ball and Basketball. This will provide opportunities to learn about different skills from these sports and participate in modified games. Students will be applying basic rules and scoring systems and continuing to develop their knowledge of fair play.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

Grade 5/6 students will be focusing on Tee-ball, Racquet Sports and Target Games. This will provide opportunities to learn new skills and develop understanding of how to adjust the force and speed of an object to improve accuracy and control. Fitness activities will be included in lessons and students will discuss different reactions that occur in the body as a result of exercise.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 3 2024: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-3-2024-2/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-3-2024-2/#respond Mon, 14 Oct 2024 04:03:07 +0000 /?p=2634 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 3 2024:

Foundation students will be introduced to Cricket and play modified games that require striking and fielding skills. Students will also explore how regular physical activity keeps individuals healthy and well.

Grade 1 students will be focusing on creating games in small groups and working together cooperatively. They will also be discussing how the body reacts to participating in different physical activities and how they are feeling. Particularly identifying and sharing positive feelings they experience when participating in physical activities.

Grade 2 students will be focusing on creating games in small groups and working together cooperatively. They will also be discussing how the body reacts to participating in different physical activities and how they are feeling. Particularly identifying and sharing positive feelings they experience when participating in physical activities.

Grade 3 students will be focusing on racquet sports throughout Term 4 and get the chance to participate in and create games that use striking skills. They will also examine the benefits of physical activity and physical fitness to health and wellbeing while completing fitness challenges.

Grade 4 students will be focusing on racquet sports throughout Term 4 and get the chance to participate in and create games that use striking skills. They will also examine the benefits of physical activity and physical fitness to health and wellbeing while completing fitness challenges.

Grade 5/6 students will be focusing on different Football codes and racquet sports throughout Term 4. Striking skills will continue to be developed and put to use in matches that include more advanced rules and scoring. Students will have the opportunity to perform different roles in team games including umpiring, scoring and coaching.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 3 2024: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-3-2024/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-3-2024/#respond Sun, 28 Jul 2024 21:46:02 +0000 /?p=2605 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 3 2024:

Foundation students will be introduced to Athletics and participate in modified events to continue to develop jumping, sprinting and throwing skills. Students will also be learning about the Olympics and sports that will take place in Paris.

Grade 1 students will be focusing on Olympic sports in term 3. They will begin by focusing on Athletics and learning about a range of Track and Field events. Students will then be introduced to Tennis and Badminton where they will learn racquet skills and the basic rules of the two sports.

Grade 2 students will be focusing on Olympic sports in term 3. They will begin by focusing on Athletics and learning about a range of Track and Field events. Students will then be introduced to Tennis and Badminton where they will learn racquet skills and the basic rules of the two sports.

Grade 3 students will be focusing on Olympic sports throughout term 3. Students will learn about different sports that will be part of the 2024 Paris Games, while also taking part in a 6 week Olympic competition that will include all classes across the 3/4 area. House Athletics will take place in Term 3 and provide an opportunity participate in both Track and Field events.

Grade 4 students will be focusing on Olympic sports throughout term 3. Students will learn about different sports that will be part of the 2024 Paris Games, while also taking part in a 6 week Olympic competition that will include all classes across the 3/4 area. House Athletics will take place in Term 3 and provide an opportunity participate in both Track and Field events.

Grade 5/6 students will be focusing on Olympic sports throughout term 3. Students will learn about different sports that will be part of the 2024 Paris Games, while also taking part in a 6 week Olympic competition that will include all classes across the 5/6 area. House Athletics will take place in Term 3 and provide an opportunity participate in both Track and Field events.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 2 2024: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-2-2024/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-2-2024/#respond Tue, 07 May 2024 03:59:46 +0000 /?p=2542 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 2 2024:

Foundation students will continue to develop Fundamental Motor Skills and play basic group games. We will focus on displaying good sportsmanship and the importance of following the rules. Kicking and striking skills will be practiced individually to begin with, as the term progresses, we will use these skills within pairs or small groups.

Grade 1 students will be focusing on various striking and kicking skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games based around Soccer, Football and Tee-Ball. We will also continue to include movement activities and ball skills into our active warmups.

Grade 2 students will be focusing on various striking and kicking skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games based around Soccer, Football and Tee-Ball. We will also continue to include movement activities and ball skills into our active warmups.

Grade 3 students will be focusing on Netball, Football and Athletics. Students will learn about different positions on the court/field and have the opportunity to experience them in a game situation. We will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to enjoy both Track and Field events.

Grade 4 students will be focusing on Netball, Football and Athletics. Students will learn about different positions on the court/field and have the opportunity to experience them in a game situation. We will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to enjoy both Track and Field events.

Grade 5/6 students will be focusing on Netball, Football and Athletics. Students will learn about different positions and rules across these sports and have the opportunity to experience them in a game scenario. We will look forward to House Athletics in Term 3 and work on the basic skills required to improve performance in both Track and Field events.

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What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 1 2024: /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-1-2024/ /whats-happening-in-physical-education-in-term-1-2024/#respond Tue, 20 Feb 2024 21:40:24 +0000 /?p=2479 °Ú…]]]> What’s Happening in Physical Education in Term 1 2024:

Foundation students will begin to develop Fundamental Motor Skills and be introduced to basic group games. We will focus on displaying good sportsmanship and the importance of following the rules. Students will be introduced to throwing and catching skills throughout the term.

Grade One students will be focusing on various throwing and passing skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games and skill activities. We will introduce a range of target games where students will have the chance identify rules and fair play while working in small groups.

Grade Two students will be focusing on various throwing and passing skills throughout the term. These skills will be used in modified games and skill activities. We will introduce a range of target games where students will have the chance identify rules and fair play while working in small groups.

Grade three students will be focusing on Tennis, Tee-ball and Basketball. This will provide opportunities to learn about different skills from these sports and participate in modified games. Students will be applying basic rules and scoring systems and continuing to develop their knowledge of fair play.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

Grade three students will be focusing on Tennis, Tee-ball and Basketball. This will provide opportunities to learn about different skills from these sports and participate in modified games. Students will be applying basic rules and scoring systems and continuing to develop their knowledge of fair play.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

Grade 5/6 students will be focusing on Tee-ball, Basketball and Target Games. This will provide opportunities to learn new skills and develop understanding of how to adjust the force and speed of an object to improve accuracy and control. Fitness activities will be included in lessons and students will discuss different reactions that occur in the body as a result of exercise.

House Cross Country will take place for all grade 3-6 students.

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