Intent

St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School recognises and understands the importance of Physical Education (P.E.) in school. Sport and P.E. can play a vital role in the development of a child’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional skills, which can be used throughout their life.  At St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, we strive to ensure all our children (both boys and girls) have every possibility to both achieve in and enjoy taking part in P.E. lessons and sport.

At St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, it is our intention that all children:

• Develop the physical and mental skills which are needed to excel in a range of physical activities and sport
• Are physically active for sustained periods of time
• Have opportunities to take part in competitive sports and activities
• Understand the importance of leading a healthy, active lifestyle

Through high quality lessons delivered by staff, a range of after school sport clubs and by competing in all school competitions available, we aim to raise the profile of P.E. and offer our children a number of new and exciting opportunities.  Furthermore, at St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School we understand the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. Children are taught the need to have a balanced diet, a positive mind-set and the resilience to persevere. These skills are promoted by staff at all times.