Physical Education

Staying Active Beyond the School Day

It has been fantastic to see all of our Foundation to Year 6 students start the term with such enthusiasm and energy in their Physical Education lessons. Students have quickly settled into our routines and are already demonstrating growth in their movement skills, teamwork, and confidence. Their positive start sets the tone for an exciting term of active learning and skill development!

This term students from F-6 will continue to work on the following topics in PE:

1. Moving the body – practicing fundamental movement skills like running, jumping, balancing, kicking, throwing and catching across different settings.
2. Understanding movement – developing knowledge of how movement works and how to make healthy, safe decisions.
3. Learning through movement – applying skills in games, sport, dance and lifetime physical activity contexts to build competence and confidence.

PE sessions give students the chance to develop these skills, being active outside school hours is just as important. Physical activity at home or in the community helps:

• Reinforce movement skills and build confidence.
• Develop social skills and resilience through team play.
• Support healthy growth and mental wellbeing.

Australian Physical Activity Guidelines for Children (5–12 years)

• At least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day.
• Limit recreational screen time to less than 2 hours per day.
• Include a variety of activities that build skills, strength, and fitness.

Many children fall short of these targets, which is why active families make a huge difference. Kids who play, ride, swim, or join local sport teams are much more likely to develop lifelong healthy habits.

Local Sporting Clubs Around Cranbourne & Clyde 

Soccer – Cranbourne / Cranbourne East

• Casey Comets Football Club: Offers programs for ages 4 through juniors up to U‑16 and beyond.
• MiniRoos Soccer at Casey Stadium: Introductory program in Cranbourne East for kids aged 4–9,  teaches basic ball skills in a fun group environment.

 Australian Rules Football – Cranbourne & Clyde

• Cranbourne Junior Football Club:  for local boys and girls of various age groups, with a focus on community and skill development.
• Clyde Cougars Junior Football Club: inclusive and supportive for children of all abilities, strong family environment, teams across ages and genders.

Basketball – Cranbourne / Cranbourne East

• Casey Basketball Association Clubs (at Casey Stadium): Many junior clubs play domestic competition inside Casey stadium, great for kids aged 5‑12

 Tennis – Clyde / Cranbourne area

• Clyde Tennis Club: junior coaching and group lessons after school and on weekends.

 Athletics – Cranbourne East

• Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre (at Casey Fields): For kids aged 5–16, weekly athletics meets in track and field events.

Swimming – Cranbourne / Clyde North

• Casey TigerSharks Swim Club: Competitive swimming club with squad training at two City of Casey aquatic centres.

Family Cycling / HPV

• Casey Cardinia HPV & Cycling Club: Based at Casey Fields, Cranbourne East. Encourages families and children to cycle recreationally or at novice racing levels, with group rides and community days.

Rugby League – Clyde

• Casey Warriors Rugby League Club: Located in Clyde, they are Melbourne’s largest member‑based rugby league club, offering mixed junior teams, girls’ and boys’ squads from introductory Tag to tackle formats.

Casey Gymnastics (Cranbourne East at Casey Stadium ) – offering gymnastics for all ages.

The skills we develop in PE lessons grow stronger when students continue moving at home and in the community. Whether it’s joining a local club, riding bikes, or enjoying a family game in the park, these experiences help children thrive physically, socially, and emotionally.

Kind regards,

Anthony O'Rourke - Physical Education 

Contact Us

specialist@cranbourneeast.catholic.edu.au OR