Intent

In PE at Lambton, we aim to enable children to develop positive attitudes through a wide range of experiences while building fundamental skills and physical literacy for life. We believe that physical education, delivered in a safe and supportive environment, is vital and unique in its contribution to pupils’ physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. Our PE curriculum aims to develop pupils’ self-confidence by enabling them to manage themselves successfully in a variety of physical situations. A balanced programme of individual, team, co-operative, and competitive activities ensures that the needs and abilities of all pupils are met. The long-term plan clearly sets out the PE units taught across the year, ensuring progression and full coverage of the National Curriculum requirements.

Implementation

At Lambton, our Primary PE curriculum provides all pupils with high-quality physical education that promotes enjoyment, confidence, and lifelong participation in physical activity. Pupils receive at least two hours of PE each week through a progressive and inclusive curriculum aligned with the National Curriculum and supported by the PE Hub scheme, ensuring clear progression, consistent planning, and full coverage of key skills and activities. Teaching is delivered by class teachers alongside a specialist PE coach who models high-quality practice, supports staff development, and strengthens subject knowledge across the school. Lessons focus on developing fundamental movement skills, physical competence, teamwork, and resilience through a broad range of activities, including games, gymnastics, dance, athletics, outdoor and adventurous activities, and swimming in Key Stage 2. Assessment and observation are used to monitor pupil progress and inform next steps, ensuring all pupils, including those with SEND and disadvantaged backgrounds, can fully access and succeed in PE. Lambton also pays into a School Games organisation, enabling pupils to participate in intra- and inter-school competitions and festivals, increasing participation, enjoyment, and competitive experience.

 Impact

Individual assessments are used to track children’s progress in PE and to ensure the curriculum is progressive, allowing pupils to develop fundamental skills and apply them across a wide range of sports and activities. All children are given opportunities to achieve their personal best and to build confidence in their physical abilities. Through PE, pupils develop an understanding of how to lead a healthy lifestyle and recognise the importance of regular exercise. The curriculum actively promotes British values, including fairness, respect, tolerance, teamwork, and democracy, through cooperative learning, competitive sport, and opportunities to lead and make choices. Pupils learn the importance of fair play, rules, and being a good sportsperson. Pupil voice is used to demonstrate the impact of the PE curriculum, ensuring children’s experiences, enjoyment, and attitudes towards physical activity inform ongoing development and improvement.

Competitions

In school we have four house teams.  These teams compete in a variety of inter-house sports competitions.  We also have School Games activities and competitions.