Physical Education
Introduction to the Department
We are concerned with education of the physical and education through the physical. We attempt to do this by engaging our pupils in rewarding, interesting and enjoyable physical activities. We believe sport/physical activity enhances the quality of life for all ages and that is our prime purpose.
We are fortunate to have excellent facilities with access to an all-weather floodlit synthetic pitch , fitness gym, games hall, swimming pool and running track. We try to cater for the needs of all our pupils but we cannot achieve the impossible. We need the cooperation of parents and guardians with regard to pupils being prepared with the proper kit etc.
Closely linked to the PE program is an extensive choice of after school clubs and, whatever the level of ability, pupils are encouraged to attend for the main purpose of enjoyment and physical and mental health.
There are three main policies that pupils and parents should be aware of;
The PE Department Expectations for Pupils Policy
The PE Department Pupil Participation Policy
Courses Offered in the Department
From S1 to S4 all pupils receive 2 periods per week (50 minutes) of “core” PE.
Those who wish to specialise have the opportunity to take a National 4 or 5 course in PE in S3 for a further 3 periods, in S4 this increases to 4 periods per week.
Also in S5/6, qualifications at National 4, 5 and Higher Grade are on offer for those intending to follow a ‘sporting’ career. Pupils in S5/6 have the opportunity to pick Sport and Recreation which is a skills for work course at National 5. All S5 pupils receive 1 period of “core” PE per week.
S6 pupils have the opportunity to opt in to 1 period of “core” PE per week.
