Glen Waverley Primary School Specialist Newsletter

Physical Education

Welcome and overall learning area summary

Welcome back to Physical Education in Term Three! We have an exciting term ahead with a whole-school focus on athletics which aligns with the upcoming Paris Olympics. Our younger students will be introduced to a variety of Little Athletics events to build their understanding and passion for athletics. Meanwhile, students in Level 4 to Level 6 will be participating in a variety of different events to practise and prepare for our upcoming GWPS Athletics Carnival in Week Four. This event will be a fantastic opportunity for students to compete against their peers while earning points for their sport house in a fun environment.

 

House spirit, teamwork and sportsmanship will be common themes throughout a term that is sure to offer unlimited learning and excitement!

 

PE Teaching Team

 

Riley Youseff, and Abbey Lawlor

 

Important dates for Physical Education

  • Waverley Central District Girls Soccer Day (Year 6) - Monday 22nd July
  • Monash-Waverley Division AFL Girls Final (Year 5 and 6) - Tuesday 6th August
  • GWPS Athletics Day (Years 4-6) – Friday 9th August
  • Waverley Central District Athletics Day (Years 4-6) - Monday 26th August

 

Prep

In Term Three, Prep students will dive into an exciting array of activities focusing on both little athletics and striking skills. Our young athletes will engage in learning Little Athletics events with modified versions of javelin, shot put, and discus. These activities are designed to introduce the fundamental skills and techniques of these events in a safe and age-appropriate manner. Through these activities, students will enhance their coordination, strength, and understanding of these classic track and field events. Following our athletics unit, we will transition into a striking unit. Students will learn and practice one-handed and two-handed striking techniques. These activities aim to improve their hand-eye coordination, timing, and spatial awareness. Whether it's using a bat, racquet, or their hands, students will have fun while developing these essential skills. We look forward to a dynamic and engaging term where our Prep students will not only build on their physical abilities but also gain confidence in their athletic skills.

 

Curriculum Links:

  • Use trial and error to test solutions to movement challenges (VCHPEM069) 
  • Identify and describe how their body moves in relation to effort, space, time, objects and people (VCHPEM067)
  • Practise fundamental movement skills and movement sequences using different body parts and in response to stimuli in indoor, outdoor and aquatic settings (VCHPEM064)

 

Key Vocabulary: 

 

Shot put, javelin, two-handed striking

 

Year 1 and 2

As we embark on Term Three, Year 1 and 2 students are in for an action-packed Physical Education program designed to enhance their athletic skills and introduce them to new sports. The term begins with an exciting Little Athletics Unit. Students will engage in modified versions of traditional athletics events such as hurdles, discus, shot put, javelin, and relay races. These activities are tailored to be age-appropriate and safe, ensuring that our young athletes can learn and enjoy the fundamentals of these classic events. Through this unit, students will develop their coordination, strength, speed, and teamwork skills. Following our Little Athletics Unit, we will transition into a Hockey Unit. Using a modified version of the game, students will learn and practice essential hockey skills, including dribbling, passing, and shooting. This unit is designed to enhance their hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, and understanding of teamwork. We will conclude the term with a short but dynamic soccer unit. Students will practice kicking, dribbling, and passing, building on the fundamental skills they have learned in previous terms. This unit will provide a fun and engaging way to wrap up the term, reinforcing their physical abilities and teamwork. We are excited for a term filled with learning, growth, and fun.

 

 

Curriculum Links:

  • Perform fundamental movement skills in different movement situations in indoor, outdoor and aquatic settings (VCHPEM080)
  • Incorporate elements of effort, space, time, objects and people in performing simple movement sequences (VCHPEM084)
  • Propose a range of alternatives and test their effectiveness when solving movement challenges (VCHPEM086)

 

Key Vocabulary:

 

Relay races, discus, shooting, passing, teamwork

Year 3 and 4

In Term Three, students in Year 3 and 4 will cover an engaging lineup of activities including athletics, AFL and soccer. Term Three kicks off with a focus on athletics, where students will immerse themselves in the fundamentals of track and field events. They will practise the art of jumping in events like long jump, triple jump and high jump, while also exploring the precision and power required in throwing events such as shot put and discus. Students will aim to refine their skills in a range of different athletics events in the lead up to our exciting school athletics carnival that will take place in Week Four. As the athletics program concludes, the focus will shift to AFL. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of Australia’s national sport in a safe and friendly environment. They will hone their kicking, handballing and marking skills through a range of drills and gameplays scenarios. Term Three will conclude with an enriching soccer unit that will see students practise their dribbling techniques, improve their passing accuracy, and refine their shooting skills. They will be given an opportunity to transfer these skills to gameplay scenarios with their peers. Sportsmanship and teamwork qualities will be emphasised throughout the term as students learn the importance of supporting each other and playing within the rules. Term Three promises to be filled with excitement and opportunities to grow!

 

 

Curriculum Links:

  • Practise and refine fundamental movement skills in different movement situations in indoor, outdoor and aquatic settings (VCHPEM097)
  • Adopt inclusive practices when participating in physical activities (VCHPEM102)
  • Apply basic rules and scoring systems, and demonstrate fair play when participating (VCHPEM104)

Key Vocabulary:

 

Shot put, discus, handballing, ball control, sportsmanship

 

Year 5 and 6

As we prepare for Term Three, students in Year 5 and 6 will dive into a dynamic lineup of activities designed to enhance their skills and enjoyment in athletics, AFL and soccer. The term begins with a focus on different athletics events in preparation for our school athletics carnival which will take place in Week Four. Students will explore jumping disciplines such as long jump, triple jump and high jump, mastering the fundamentals of approach, take-off, and landing. Additionally, they will practice throwing events like shot put and discus, refining their techniques for maximum distance and accuracy. This will give students ample time to practise and refine these skills before putting them to the test at our fun-filled athletics day! As the term progresses, the focus will shift to AFL. These sessions will emphasise skill development and game understanding. Students will sharpen their kicking, handballing and marking techniques through drills and simulated game scenarios. To conclude the term, students will deepen their understanding of soccer. They will build their ball control skills such as dribbling and passing, while practising tactical aspects of soccer in gameplay situations. Teamwork and communication skills will be fostered throughout the term as students collaborate to achieve success together. We are enthusiastic about the opportunities presented in Term Three!

 

 

Curriculum Links:

  • Practise specialised movement skills and apply them in different movement situations in indoor, outdoor and aquatic settings (VCHPEM115)
  • Participate positively in groups and teams by encouraging others and negotiating roles and responsibilities (VCHPEM120)
  • Demonstrate ethical behaviour and fair play that aligns with the rules when participating in a range of physical activities (VCHPEM122)

 

Key Vocabulary:

 

Shot put, discus, triple jump, marking, dribbling, teamwork

 

How can you support your child’s Physical Education learning at home?  

  • Watch the Olympic Games as a family, to learn about the different athletics events we are learning in PE.
  • Go on family active outings – going to the park, a playground or for a walk.
  • Practise your catching and throwing at home.