School And PE

Question 0

How is PE delivered in schools? (5)

Answer 0

Time tabled lessons, extra-curricular, clubs and team training, school trips and links with local clubs.

Question 1

Why is PE compulsory/ benefits of PE? (5)

Answer 1

Improves health and fitness, practical subject to balance to curriculum, prepares young people to take part in sport when they leave school, provides approved qualifications, and shows the importance of sport in society.

Question 2

Pe national curriculum

Outwitting opponents

Answer 2

Games e.g. Netball

Question 3

Pe national curriculum

Accurate replication of actions, phrases and sequences

Answer 3

Gymnastics, dance and trampolining

Question 4

Pe national curriculum

Exploring and communicating ideas and emotions

Answer 4

Dance

Question 5

Pe national curriculum

Performing at maximum levels in relation to speed, height, distance, strength or accuracy

Answer 5

Athletics

Question 6

Pe national curriculum

Identify and solve problems to overcome challenges of an adventurous nature

Answer 6

Outdoor adventurous activities

Question 7

Pe national curriculum

Exercising safely and effectively to improve health and wellbeing

Answer 7

Health and fitness

Question 8

Role of the player/ performer

Answer 8

Learn new skills, tactics, playing positions and techniques. Concentrates on your ability to make plans to improve performance.

Question 9

Role of organiser

Answer 9

Involves managing and organising facilities, time personnel and funds. Plans everything to maximise performance and participation.

Question 10

Role of leader/ coach

Answer 10

Ensures players are ready in terms of skill acquisition, technique and mental preparation. Helps players set and each goals. They must be aware of different leadership styles and have good communication.

Question 11

Role of choreographer

Answer 11

Designs a dance performance to communicate ideas, concepts and emotions. They need knowledge of techniques and be able to assess performance.

Question 12

Role of official

Answer 12

Someone who controls the activity, interprets the rules and checks the equipment.
Referee/umpire, judge, marshall/steward, scorer, timekeeper, recorder,

Question 13

Define recreational

Answer 13

Any form of play/relaxation performed as a game/hobby.

Question 14

Define competitive

Answer 14

Activity that involves contest or rivalry.

Question 15

What are National Governing Bodies (NGBs)?

Answer 15

The organisation that runs a particular sport across the country.

Question 16

What is the National Healthy Schools Programme and what are the four core themes?

Answer 16

A scheme who’s main aims are to improve health and achievement of young people.
PSHE, healthy eating, physical activity, emotional health and wellbeing.

Question 17

Healthy schools

What is PSHE?

Answer 17

Covers sex, relationships, drugs and has 5 national curriculum outcomes. It helps children make informed decisions in their life.

Question 18

Healthy schools

What are the 5 national curriculum outcomes?

Answer 18

Being healthy, staying safe, enjoying and achieving, making a positive contribution and economic wellbeing.
5NC outcomes

Question 19

Healthy schools

What is healthy eating?

Answer 19

Gives children confidence, skills, knowledge and understanding to make healthy food choices. Healthy and nutritious food is offered throughout the entire day.
The school food trust works together to support skills in this area.
5NC outcomes

Question 20

Healthy schools

What is physical activity?

Answer 20

Offers kids a range of opportunities to be physically active. Kids understand how being physically active helps good health and how it can improve everyday life.
5NC outcomes

Question 21

Healthy schools

What is emotional health and wellbeing?

Answer 21

Supports vulnerable individuals, establishes anti-bullying policy and behaviour and reward policies. They set up a confidential pastoral support system for all students.
5NC outcomes

Question 22

Define vocation

Answer 22

A regular occupation for which you are suited or qualified.

Question 23

Define amateur

Answer 23

Someone who takes part for enjoyment, train and compete in their own time, and are not paid to take part. Sport is a leisure time activity, not their job.

Question 24

Define professional

Answer 24

Paid to take part in sport, train and play full time, and devote themselves to the sport. It is their job and they sign contracts, so they must compete when told to.

Question 25

Define semi professional

Answer 25

Someone who has a job but is also paid to compete. They usually work full time and compete in their spare time. Some only work part time to train and compete more.

Question 26

Define shamateur

Answer 26

Someone who competes in amateur competitions but receives illegal payments through loopholes such as sponsorship deals, scholarships, exaggerated expenses and a token job.

Question 27

Define accredited

Answer 27

A recognised standard of award level leading to a high level of learning.

Question 28

What is BTEC?

Answer 28

Qualification from 2002. Diplomas in sport equivalent to GCSEs or A levels. vocationally based rather than exam based.

Question 29

What are GCSEs?

Answer 29

They are an important step towards higher education. High passes are needed to study at higher levels.

Question 30

What is GCE?

Answer 30

Next level of qualification and divided into AS and A2. Points gained is used to apply to university.

Question 31

What are sport performance awards?

Answer 31

Linked to specific sports, often awarded in schools. Level 1 is open to 14 and up. Level 2 or the Community Sports Leaders Award can then be taken aged 16 and up.

Question 32

Define proficiency

Answer 32

Being adequately or well qualified.

Question 33

What are proficiency awards?

Answer 33

Run by NGBs and used to test and reward students. Common ones include the Athletics and gymnastics scheme where students can work towards bronze, silver and gold awards.