NEWTONS PRIMARY SCHOOL

P.E

P.E. Kit Days

At Newtons, we are committed to providing a Physical Education curriculum that is inclusive, engaging and inspiring for all pupils. From Nursery onwards, every child participates in PE lessons designed to develop fundamental movement skills, teamwork and a lifelong appreciation of physical activity.

All pupils are given the opportunity to take part in a wide variety of sports. They practise and refine their skills both individually and in group situations, with a strong emphasis on co-operation, respect and consideration for others. As they progress through the school, pupils build on these foundations and participate in high-quality sporting experiences that challenge and motivate them to achieve their best.

The government’s continued investment in the Primary PE and Sport Premium enables us to broaden the range of opportunities available to our children. We firmly believe that exposing pupils to as many different sporting experiences as possible empowers them to discover activities they enjoy, develop confidence, and identify any natural talents they may wish to pursue further.

We also benefit from a strong partnership with our local sports collective and neighbouring schools. This collaboration allows us to participate in local events and competitions, promoting both physical education and healthy lifestyles within our wider community. In addition, we are fortunate to have a specialist PE teacher whose expertise ensures that all children receive high-quality instruction and enjoy positive, meaningful experiences in sport and physical activity.

Sports taught at Newtons

Annual Events:

At Newtons, we proudly host two much-anticipated annual events: Sports Day and our Big Dance Afternoon.

Our aim is for every child to take part, enjoy the experience, and strive to achieve their personal best. These events are not only about friendly competition and performance, but also about teamwork, confidence, resilience and, most importantly, fun.

We celebrate all of our children’s efforts and achievements during our assemblies, recognising participation, determination and success at every level.

Swimming:

Learning to swim is an essential life skill and an important part of the primary school curriculum. We organise swimming lessons for all children in Year 5. This year, Year 6 pupils will also take part, as they previously missed the opportunity.

Lessons take place during the school day and form part of the National Curriculum for Physical Education. Our aim is for every child to be able to swim at least 25 metres confidently by the age of eleven, as well as develop water safety awareness and basic rescue skills.

Clubs at Newtons:

At Newtons Primary School, we believe it is very important to provide children with opportunities to take part in extracurricular activities. We aim to offer a broad and varied range of clubs so that children of all ages can access and enjoy them.

Our current clubs include a wide selection of sports, giving children the chance to experience different types of physical activity and develop new skills. In addition to sport, we offer creative and well-being clubs that support children’s artistic development and personal growth.

We also extend opportunities for children to engage in extracurricular music through activities such as choir, encouraging creativity, confidence, and a love of performance.