Health and Physical Education 

Foundation and Year 1

Foundation and Year 1 students have been developing their movement skills through music, rhythm and dance. They have been practising listening, following instructions and copying movement sequences while enjoying activities such as the Hokey Pokey, Chicken Dance and Musical Statues.

Year 2

Year 2 students have been developing their striking skills, focusing on the correct technique for a two-handed cricket strike. They have been putting these skills into practice through combining batting, fielding and running while developing teamwork and coordination. Students have also participated in fun warm up games. 

Year 3

Year 3 students have been developing their hockey skills, learning how to safely control, pass and strike the ball using a hockey stick. They have been putting their skills into practice through Number Hockey, while developing their communication, teamwork and ability to work effectively with others.

Year 4 and 5

Years 4 and 5 have been developing their basketball skills through a range of modified games and activities. Year 4 students have been participating in round-robin games, while Year 5 students have been practising shooting and using space effectively through 2-v-1 and 3-v-2 activities. These activities have encouraged teamwork, communication and strategic thinking. In their last session for the term, students had the opportunity to enjoy some free play with soccer balls, basketballs and soft volleyballs in the last 15 minutes of the session. 

Year 6

Year 6 students have been developing their striking, fielding and teamwork skills through modified Tee Ball games. They have been working together in batting and fielding teams, practising communication and applying their striking skills while making decisions during game play.