Physical Education is one of the core subjects in key stage 4, meaning that students are required by law to be taught the subject, but they do not have to take a qualification in it. However, if they wish to do so, students can choose core subjects as one of their options.

The PE department offers GCSE PE and the BTEC First Level 2 Award In Sport. Students cannot study both courses.

Students should indicate on their options forms which course they would prefer to study. The PE department will make the final decision as to which one is taken to ensure that every student is on the right course and has the best possible chance of achieving his/her potential.

GCSE PE

The OCR GCSE (9–1) in physical education consists of two externally examined papers and a non-examined performance assessment.

Learners must complete all components (01, 02 and 03) to be awarded the OCR GCSE (9–1) in Physical Education.

Component 1: Applied anatomy and physiology, Physical training

Written examination: 1 hour  – 30% of the qualification – 60 marks

Component 2: Socio-cultural influences, Sports psychology, Health, fitness and well-being

Written examination: 1 hour – 30% of the qualification – 60 marks

Component 3: Practical activity assessment, Analysing and Evaluating Performance (AEP)

Non-examined assessment: internally marked and externally moderated – 40% of the qualification – 80 marks

Cambridge National in Sport Studies

Our Cambridge National in Sport Studies will encourage students to think for themselves about the study of sport and the application to real life practical sport, leadership and evaluation of the skills required there. They will study topics affecting sport through the contemporary issues unit, both play and lead sporting activities, as well as having the chance to either explore the world of outdoor sport or the media.