Physical Education

Foundation

As we have concluded our focus on the Underarm Throw, students were excited to be recorded on Seesaw. This assessment provides not only an opportunity for evaluation but also a chance for students to share their progress with family and friends. We encourage families to join their child in viewing these recordings to appreciate their achievements.

To round off the Term, Foundation students will review various skills acquired throughout the year—such as catching, running, throwing, and kicking—through a series of structured games. During these activities, students will emphasise the importance of adhering to rules and practising fair play.

Year 1 & 2

We are thrilled to share the progress our Year 1 and 2 students have made in their Physical Education classes! We’ve just wrapped up our unit on the Fundamental Motor Skill (FMS) One Handed Side on Strike, also known as the forehand strike. Our students were eager to showcase their talents. Their performances have been recorded and are available on Seesaw, so we encourage families to take a look and celebrate these achievements with their children. 

The Year 2 students took it to the next level where they focused on hitting an object with precision and control. To help them develop the components of a basic strike, students experimented with various-sized balls, testing how the size and weight affect their technique. We even introduced tennis racquets, giving them a taste of real racquet sports. The students showed great persistence and coordination as they learned to strike with accuracy!

As we approach the end of Term 3, we are focusing on reviewing and honing the various skills we’ve covered throughout the year, including the overhand throw, catching, running, ball bouncing, and punting.

This week, our focus was on running, and the students were enthusiastic about learning relay races and using relay batons. Year 1 students did an excellent job remembering the key steps—keeping their eyes forward, using “robot arms,” and taking big steps. Meanwhile, Year 2 students were encouraged to refine their skills by adding two more steps: running on their tippy toes and leaning forward. 

Running is not only about speed but also about proper form and technique, and our students have been practising both. Through exciting games and activities, they are learning how to run efficiently while having fun. We’ve also introduced relay-style races, where students can demonstrate their running skills in a team setting. It’s been a wonderful way for them to improve their speed and coordination, while also learning about teamwork, baton-passing, and the basic rules of relay races.

We are so proud of their effort and enthusiasm and look forward to seeing them continue to build their confidence and skills. Thank you for your continued support in encouraging their active participation and growth!

Year 3 & 4

Our Year 3 and 4 students have wrapped up their Rugby unit with a fun, modified game that put their passing skills to the test! They did an amazing job applying what they’ve learned and working together as a team. It's been exciting to see their progress and enthusiasm. Now, we’re kicking off our next challenge: the AFL punt! Students will start practising this new skill, focusing on accuracy, technique, and coordination. As they master the AFL punt, they’ll be preparing for some thrilling AFL activities and games. We’re looking forward to seeing their skills grow! Year 3 students focused on mastering each key step of the pop pass, while Year 4 students learned the importance of timing when performing it during a rugby game.

Year 5 & 6

Our Year 5 and 6 students have been having a blast with Rugby, enjoying a modified game where they put their torpedo and pop passes to the test. They’ve really shown off their skills and teamwork, making the games both exciting and impressive. Now, we’re thrilled to shift gears and start practising the AFL punt. We’ll be focusing on perfecting our technique and control as we dive into this new skill. Get ready for some fun and engaging AFL activities, where we’ll build on what we’ve learned and gear up for even more action-packed games ahead! Year 5 students focused on mastering the key steps of pop passes and torpedo passes in rugby, while Year 6 students practised using these passes at greater distances and integrating them into actual game play.