16th May 2008
Progression
Performance descriptions in physical education
P4 Pupils' movement patterns are established and they perform single actions, for example, rolling, running, jumping or splashing. They respond to simple commands, for example, 'stop'. They recognise familiar pieces of equipment, for example, a ball or hoop. They show awareness of cause and effect, for example, knocking down skittles.
P5 Pupils link two actions in a sequence, for example, crawling and walking, or climbing and jumping. They follow simple instructions although they may need the support of symbols or other prompts. They explore a variety of movements and show some awareness of space. They understand some basic concepts, for example, taking big and little steps in movement activities or placing big and small balls in different baskets. They take turns with a partner or in a small group. They recognise and collect, on request, familiar pieces of equipment, for example, a mat to lie on or a hoop to jump into.
P6 Pupils work in pairs and in small groups cooperatively, although they may need support to follow instructions and keep on task. They move in a variety of ways, for example, slowly and quickly. They link movements in a simple sequence, although they may require support to do this. They recognise small and large apparatus and use it with some basic control. They throw and kick a ball, but lack direction.
P7 Pupils express themselves through repetitive and simple sequences and movement patterns. Their control and coordination skills are developing, for example, they kick a ball towards a target or throw a ball to a partner. They listen to instructions and stop and start with some accuracy. They work closely in pairs, trios or small groups. They share and wait their turn. They are aware of the changes that happen to their bodies when they are active.
P8 Pupils move with some control and coordination, for example, they travel under and over climbing equipment. They follow and imitate sequences and patterns in their movements. They use small and large apparatus safely. They are aware of space, themselves and others. They play simple games and may require support to keep score and follow game rules. They recognise the changes that happen to their bodies when they are active.
P5 Pupils link two actions in a sequence, for example, crawling and walking, or climbing and jumping. They follow simple instructions although they may need the support of symbols or other prompts. They explore a variety of movements and show some awareness of space. They understand some basic concepts, for example, taking big and little steps in movement activities or placing big and small balls in different baskets. They take turns with a partner or in a small group. They recognise and collect, on request, familiar pieces of equipment, for example, a mat to lie on or a hoop to jump into.
P6 Pupils work in pairs and in small groups cooperatively, although they may need support to follow instructions and keep on task. They move in a variety of ways, for example, slowly and quickly. They link movements in a simple sequence, although they may require support to do this. They recognise small and large apparatus and use it with some basic control. They throw and kick a ball, but lack direction.
P7 Pupils express themselves through repetitive and simple sequences and movement patterns. Their control and coordination skills are developing, for example, they kick a ball towards a target or throw a ball to a partner. They listen to instructions and stop and start with some accuracy. They work closely in pairs, trios or small groups. They share and wait their turn. They are aware of the changes that happen to their bodies when they are active.
P8 Pupils move with some control and coordination, for example, they travel under and over climbing equipment. They follow and imitate sequences and patterns in their movements. They use small and large apparatus safely. They are aware of space, themselves and others. They play simple games and may require support to keep score and follow game rules. They recognise the changes that happen to their bodies when they are active.