We began the term with a block of athletics. We took part in a variety of activities across three key areas: running, jumping and throwing. This gave us plenty of opportunities to learn, practise and develop our skills across the different events.
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Curriculum Information Term 4
PE Term 3 Badminton
We finished term 3 with a block of badminton following the lessons from Badminton Scotland Curriculum for Excellence School Pack, Second Level.
Term 4 Overview
We are finishing the year off with three activities for four weeks each.
1 – Athletics with Determination and Resilience
2-Skipping with Stamina
3- Rounders with Cue Recognition.
Songs of the Sea
In music this term P5 have been learning two different Shetland songs, both connected to the sea which ties in to their class project ‘Stories of the Sea’.
The first one is called Ronas Voe, written by the late Ronnie Cooper and the second is Shetland’s oldest surviving song, the Unst Boat Song which is sung in the ancient language of Norn.
Below are audio files of both songs which we hope to perform to an audience in Term 4.
Term 3 PE Update
This week we begin our third four‑week block of PE. So far this term, the class has enjoyed learning dance and handball, and we wanted to share what we’ve been working on.
Dance
In our dance block, pupils explored how to use movement to express ideas. We focused on:
- Using imagination and responding to different stimuli
- Travelling, stillness, shapes, jumps and gestures
- Changing rhythm, speed, level and direction
- Repeating patterns in movement
- Showing expression and confidence
The children had great fun experimenting with creative movement and performing short sequences.
Handball
During handball, we concentrated on building throwing and catching skills and taking part in small‑sided games. Pupils learned some of the key rules of the sport:
- Players have 3 seconds to pass or shoot
- Players may take 3 steps only while holding the ball
We also practised moving into space to make successful passes and talked about how handball is a fast‑paced, exciting team game.
Art Lesson
In Art p5 have been learning how to create a sea collage.
Fist we created some textured papers by applying the paint to the paper in different ways.
We then created a sea collage and created our own unique galley design that we then added onto the collage.
The final results were amazing, well done p5!
Curriculum Information Term 3
Home Learning Tuesday 6th January 2026
Please find a home learning grid below with some activities to complete if you wish.
P5 Snow Day Tuesday 6th January 2026
Home Learning Monday 5th January 2026
Happy New Year!
Please find a home learning grid below with some activities to complete if you wish.
Week 5 Gymnastics – Equipment
Exciting Equipment Updates This Week!
We’ve made some fantastic changes to our PE setup to keep things fresh and fun for everyone. Here’s what’s new:
- 4 Sections of the Solid Box – Perfect for balance and jumping activities.
- Springboard at the Bar Box – Great for practicing vaults and take-offs.
- Trampette – For safe, controlled jumps and landings.
- Double Bar – Ideal for upper body strength and coordination.
- High Ladder – Encourages climbing skills and confidence.
- High Bench – Adds variety for balancing and creative movement.
