Physical Education

PE at Crossley Hall

At Crossley Hall Primary School, we believe that being active is an important part of every child’s daily life and future wellbeing. We want all children to enjoy physical activity and offer a wide range of opportunities to help them find activities they love and experience the benefits of staying active.

Through our PE lessons and Commando Joe programme (see PSHE page), children take part in activities that help them build confidence, work as part of a team, and challenge themselves. They learn how to set goals, show determination, and feel proud of their achievements.

We aim to give every child the skills and positive experiences they need to continue enjoying sport and physical activity both in school and beyond. Our goal is to support children in developing healthy, active lifestyles that benefit their physical and mental wellbeing.

In PE, children will:

• Be active and understand why this is important for their health
• Learn a range of skills across different sports, including swimming
• Take part in activities that keep them moving for longer periods
• Enjoy both team and individual challenges
• Learn about healthy lifestyles and the impact of exercise
• Develop fairness, teamwork and a positive sporting attitude
• Build resilience, confidence and, most importantly, have fun

Swimming

All children at Crossley Hall Primary School are given the opportunity to learn to swim during Key Stage 2. Swimming is an important life skill, and we aim for every child to develop confidence and competence in the water. Through structured lessons, pupils learn key techniques, water safety skills, and how to swim a set distance. Our goal is to ensure that all children leave primary school with the skills they need to stay safe and enjoy swimming as part of a healthy, active lifestyle.