Physical

from Kingswood Prep in Focus 2021/22

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KPS PHYSICAL

After the most difficult of years with lockdowns and various restrictions on social distancing and ‘bubbles’, September saw the first tentative steps back towards “normality”. It was a joy to return to all the things which are the foundation of KPS PE and Sport.

Children in Year 3 to 6 represented the school in various sporting endeavours, and enjoyed the benefits of keeping active and working as a team. Challenging ourselves and learning alongside other schools once again was very much welcomed.

The range of activities grew over the terms: Hockey, Rugby, Netball, Cricket and Athletics with the occasional side dish of Cross-Country, Swimming, Tennis and Football thrown in too. Within each of these sports, we were back with a diverse offering to suit all of our children’s abilities. Rugby could return to contact for those who were ready and keen, but could stay as ‘touch’, for those who were not so sure. As the term passed, we were able to take part in every event possible such as cross-country meets, swimming galas, festivals and tournaments. Our Saturday activities were also back up and running, building back skills, strength and community. Our lessons opened up and returned to a variety of energising activities, which gave our children many different opportunities, allowing them to build their depth of knowledge and experiences.

We noted a difference in swimming confidence, so a particular priority and focus has been given to this vital life skill for all year groups. We are lucky to have a great deal of outdoor grounds and woodland space which we used for a variety of teamorientated play, creating opportunities to bring the community back together, gradually integrating different year groups again and re-learning how to play co-operatively together.

We are very proud of the way we have adapted as a school. Our children and our community have rediscovered skills and learnt new ones. We have had children swim in National Finals, win County Finals and at the same time, join extended families for Family Fun Runs. We want all our children to love physical activity and sport, and to truly understand the benefits it brings to our fitness and overall wellbeing.

Ian Shrubsole, Michelle Newman, Danny Openshaw, Heidi Firbank

PRE-SCHOOL

Our Pre-School children make full use of our beautiful grounds to be very physically active each week.

They love their trips to the Adventure Playground, their Forest School sessions with Mrs Harvey and their PE lessons with Mr Shrubsole. They were very excited to show off their skills to their parents during their Sports Day in the summer.