The AQA GCSE Physical Education specification provides pupils with an opportunity to study both the practical and theoretical aspects of Physical Education. New and contemporary topics will help students develop a well-rounded skill set and prepare them for progression to further studies. Through studying the course, pupils will be able to develop an understanding of effective and safe physical performance. They will be able to appreciate the necessity for sound understanding of the principles and practices that underpin improved performance as well as better health and well-being. The specification is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the factors that affect performance and participation in physical activities.
Subject Specific Requirement: Along with in-depth theoretical content, there is a significant practical element to the course and pupils must be physically capable of applying themselves to an adequate standard in a minimum of three sports. There is no doubt that the course suits the more able practical performer, and a strong interest and understanding of a wide range of sporting activities as well as a full commitment to school sport and games sessions, is essential. Pupils undertaking the course should ideally be of an ‘A’ team standard, or the equivalent, in at least one sport. Entry Requirements: To qualify for the Sixth Form at Blue Coat, we expect you to attain at least eight GCSEs at grade 5 or above. Ideally two of these grades must be at grade 7 or above, a further four grades at grade 6 and two at grade 5. In addition, all students are required to have passed both English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 or above.
Pupils are assessed in the following ways: • Two written exam papers 60% (Paper 1 – 30%, Paper 2 – 30%). • Coursework 40% (assessment in three player/ performer activities – 30%, written task – 10%) Written examination will comprise two 1 hour 15 minute examination papers. Both papers will be a mixture of multiple choice/objective test questions, short answer questions and extended answer questions. Paper 1 will focus on the human body and movement in physical activity and sport: Applied Physiology and Anatomy Movement Analysis Physical Training Use of Data Paper 2 will focus on the socio-cultural influences and well-being in physical activity and sport: Sport Psychology Socio-cultural influences Health, Fitness and Well Being Use of Data The coursework component is worth 40% and pupils will be assessed in their practical performance in three different activities in the role of player/performer (one in a team activity, one in an individual activity and a third in either a team or an individual activity – 30%). For the final part of the practical assessment, pupils will have to evaluate and analyse their performance to bring about improvement in one activity.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Wokingham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £19,965 |
| Address | Holme Park, Sonning Lane, Berkshire, RG4 6SU |
The AQA GCSE Physical Education specification provides pupils with an opportunity to study both the practical and theoretical aspects of Physical Education. New and contemporary topics will help students develop a well-rounded skill set and prepare them for progression to further studies. Through studying the course, pupils will be able to develop an understanding of effective and safe physical performance. They will be able to appreciate the necessity for sound understanding of the principles and practices that underpin improved performance as well as better health and well-being. The specification is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the factors that affect performance and participation in physical activities.
Subject Specific Requirement: Along with in-depth theoretical content, there is a significant practical element to the course and pupils must be physically capable of applying themselves to an adequate standard in a minimum of three sports. There is no doubt that the course suits the more able practical performer, and a strong interest and understanding of a wide range of sporting activities as well as a full commitment to school sport and games sessions, is essential. Pupils undertaking the course should ideally be of an ‘A’ team standard, or the equivalent, in at least one sport. Entry Requirements: To qualify for the Sixth Form at Blue Coat, we expect you to attain at least eight GCSEs at grade 5 or above. Ideally two of these grades must be at grade 7 or above, a further four grades at grade 6 and two at grade 5. In addition, all students are required to have passed both English Language and Mathematics at grade 5 or above.
Pupils are assessed in the following ways: • Two written exam papers 60% (Paper 1 – 30%, Paper 2 – 30%). • Coursework 40% (assessment in three player/ performer activities – 30%, written task – 10%) Written examination will comprise two 1 hour 15 minute examination papers. Both papers will be a mixture of multiple choice/objective test questions, short answer questions and extended answer questions. Paper 1 will focus on the human body and movement in physical activity and sport: Applied Physiology and Anatomy Movement Analysis Physical Training Use of Data Paper 2 will focus on the socio-cultural influences and well-being in physical activity and sport: Sport Psychology Socio-cultural influences Health, Fitness and Well Being Use of Data The coursework component is worth 40% and pupils will be assessed in their practical performance in three different activities in the role of player/performer (one in a team activity, one in an individual activity and a third in either a team or an individual activity – 30%). For the final part of the practical assessment, pupils will have to evaluate and analyse their performance to bring about improvement in one activity.
