Physical Education Overview

In Physical Education pupils are encouraged to participate to the best of their ability in many different sports. In S1 & S2, pupils follow a core programme involving 13 different activities. In S3 & S4, pupils have the choice to continue with core PE or do National 4 / 5 courses.

In S5, all pupils receive two core periods of PE and they, along with S6, can choose to do PE at National 5 or Higher level. Senior pupils can also elect to do a  Sports Development course.

The PE department consists of a large games hall, a small gym, a fitness room and 2 floodlit astroturf pitch. We also have a 4 lane athletics track.

Classes often go into Cowan Park for cycling, cross-country and football. Activities that are taught in the department include: athletics; badminton; basketball; cross country; cycling; fitness; football; gymnastics; netball; ; social dance; summer games and trampolining.

Pupils are expected to bring a change of kit for every lesson. Those unfit to participate fully should bring a note from their parent / guardian.

They should also bring their kit and get changed along with the rest of the class.

Staffing

Mike Russell  (Faculty Head)

Gillian Van Looy  (Principal Teacher of Pastoral)

Patricia McArdle  (Acting Principal Teacher of Development)

Glen Scott

Chris Rose – Active Schools

Possible Career Links

PE teaching Sports Coaching Management in leisure industry Disability in Sport and Recreation Sports Development Physiology Sports Nutrition Sports Psychology Outdoor pursuits instructor Sport and Hospitality Management Green keeping Golf course management

Dancer Diver Footballer Golf professional Health & fitness instructor Motorsport person Physiotherapist Sports/ leisure centre assistant Sports scientist Sports therapist Stunt performer Track & field athlete