PE & Sport

At Hayes Primary School, PE and sport are embedded into the fabric of school life. We recognise the profound impact that high-quality physical education can have on children’s physical development, confidence, and enjoyment of being active. Through our carefully designed curriculum and enrichment opportunities, we aim to develop well-rounded learners who are physically literate and enthusiastic about movement and sport.

Our PE curriculum is structured around the three pillars of progression identified in the National Curriculum:

• Motor competence – developing a wide range of movement skills and physical capabilities

• Rules, strategies and tactics – understanding how to apply these in different games and activities

• Healthy participation – building lifelong habits that promote physical and emotional well-being

In Key Stage 1, our focus is on developing motor competence through a multi-skills approach that builds agility, balance and coordination. In Key Stage 2, pupils apply and refine these skills in a variety of sports and contexts, with a growing emphasis on tactics, teamwork, and competitive play. Throughout both key stages, healthy participation is consistently promoted, helping children to understand the importance of physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

We follow the Department for Education's National Curriculum programme of study for Key Stages 1 and 2:
 National Curriculum for PE – gov.uk

All pupils are given the chance to explore new activities and improve existing skills in a supportive environment. Leadership, coaching and officiating skills are also introduced, especially in upper Key Stage 2, helping to develop communication, confidence and teamwork.

Each child receives a minimum of two hours of high-quality PE every week. This includes indoor sessions using the Real PE scheme—led by class teachers or HLTAs—and outdoor sessions delivered by a specialist sports coach. In addition, Forest School contributes to children’s physical development and connection with nature.

Competitive Sport

We place great value on competitive sport at Hayes. Our pupils regularly participate in fixtures against local schools, across our trust, and occasionally at regional events. Many also represent the school in festivals and tournaments, and we maintain strong links with local clubs, offering clear pathways for those who want to pursue sport further.

Within school, inter-house competitions for Years 5 and 6 provide opportunities for pupils to compete in a friendly, structured environment. These experiences support children in applying rules, strategies and tactics in real contexts—an essential part of their progression in PE.

While competition is important, our overarching aim is to ensure that every child finds joy in physical activity, regardless of ability. We believe in fostering a love of movement that encourages children to challenge themselves, work with others, and value improvement.

Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle

Healthy lifestyles are central to our school’s ethos. Through our PE lessons, extra-curricular clubs, enrichment opportunities, and whole-school events, we actively promote healthy participation and help pupils understand the mental, social, and physical benefits of being active.

We encourage children to make informed choices about their health and well-being, and we celebrate all achievements—whether through sporting success, personal progress, or commitment to a new activity. Our goal is to inspire every child at Hayes to lead an active, healthy and fulfilling life.