Subject Leader: Mrs V Hughes
With a lifelong love for sports, I have always believed in the transformative power of physical activity. As an experienced subject lead, my personal sporting journey is incredibly active; I have a deep love for cricket and netball, a rooted family passion for hockey, and a dedication to endurance sports that saw me complete a half-ironman triathlon. Throughout my teaching career, I have guided children who have successfully followed professional pathways into elite sport, proving what can be achieved with passion and dedication.
In a modern, otherwise sedentary world, I recognise how crucial movement is to a child’s development. Aligned with the National Curriculum for Physical Education, my vision ensures that all pupils are active for sustained periods while developing the confidence to excel across a broad range of disciplines. I am passionate about offering our children diverse, unconventional sporting experiences—introducing them to everything from cyclo-cross and triathlon to judo and archery. By collaborating with local coaches and clubs, I bridge the gap between school and the wider community to ensure high-quality, inclusive opportunities for all.
Crucially, sport is a vital vehicle for overall wellbeing, nurturing both physical health and mental resilience. Beyond the physical benefits, I have seen firsthand how sport impacts the social lives of young people, building friendships that become lifelong. My ultimate goal is to foster an inclusive environment where every child discovers the joy of movement, establishing a healthy lifestyle that remains with them long after they leave our school.
Documents – PE – Intent
| PE – Intent Policies & Documents | Download |
| National Curriculum – PE | Download |
| Progression in Physical Education | Download |
| PE – Long Term Plan | Download |
Applegarth Primary School provides a high‑quality, inclusive PE curriculum that develops physical competence, confidence, resilience and lifelong engagement in physical activity. PE promotes physical health, mental wellbeing, teamwork, fairness and respect. All pupils, including those with SEND, access ambitious learning that supports personal development and healthy lifestyles.
Implementation
Impact
See Sports Premium Page for historic actions and impact in PE (including swimming data).
School Games Mark
The School Games vision is to make a meaningful difference to young lives through competitive sport and physical activity. At Applegarth, we bring this vision to life by ensuring every pupil has the opportunity to build confidence and achieve their personal best. We are proud to share that our sustained commitment has earned us five Gold School Games Marks, alongside celebrated Platinum Awards in 2023 and 2025.
PE Timetable
The PE timetable will be sent via email and/or Class Dojo.
PE Kit
- Black shorts, house‑team T‑shirt, trainers
- Red hoodie or usual school jumper
- Black tracksuit bottoms and red hoodie for cold weather
- No jewellery; long hair tied back
- Swimming: full costume/trunks, cap for long hair if preferred
- EYFS are to bring kit weekly in a labelled bag
Home Learning
Youth Sport Trust – https://www.youthsporttrust.org/school-support/free-resources/primary-pe-activities
