Physical Education at Sir Bobby Robson School
Our PE curriculum provides an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment where pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs can thrive. We use physical activity to build confidence, develop key skills, and support emotional wellbeing, ensuring all pupils experience success and enjoy staying active.
What We Aim to Achieve
- Develop core physical skills such as agility, balance, coordination and fitness
- Build self‑regulation and confidence through structured, purposeful activity
- Promote teamwork, communication and positive social interaction
- Encourage healthy lifestyle habits and an understanding of physical wellbeing and literacy
- Ensure every pupil is included, supported and able to participate at their level
- Monthly external games, activities and competitive fixtures against other schools
What PE Looks Like at SBRS
Across Years 4–11, pupils take part in a broad and varied programe including:
- Fundamental movement skills
- Gymnastics and fitness development
- Invasion games (football, basketball, rugby, hockey)
- Net/wall games (badminton, table tennis, tennis)
- Striking and fielding (cricket, rounders)
- Athletics and Dodgeball
- Outdoor activities and team challenges (DofE)
- Leadership and coaching opportunities in older year groups
Activities are adapted to ensure accessibility, success, and emotional safety for all pupils.
Our Approach
We use:
- Clear routines and predictable lesson structures
- Visuals, modelling, and simple instructions
- Sensory‑friendly options and regulation breaks
- Differentiated activities and flexible roles
- Positive reinforcement to build confidence and resilience
- Actively encourage students to discover a hobby or sport outside of school to enjoy or potentially compete in.
Preparing Pupils for Life
By Key Stage 4, pupils explore personal fitness pathways, leadership skills, and optional accreditation such as Sports Leaders, coaching and BTEC Sports qualifications. Our aim is to help pupils develop the confidence and knowledge to stay active beyond school and into adult life, further education or employment.