Get your Year 1 students moving and grooving with this exciting circuit training resource! Designed to build strength, coordination, and confidence, this pack includes everything you need to create a fun and engaging PE lesson. What’s Included: ☆ Teacher Guidance Sheet: Clear, step-by-step instructions for setting up and running six different circuit stations, including modifications for different abilities. ☆ Student Recording Sheet: A simple table for children to track their progress each week, fostering a sense of achievement and motivation. Circuit Stations: ☆ Sit-ups/Quoit Pass: Builds core strength and coordination. ☆ Squats: Strengthens legs and improves balance. ☆ Spotty Dogs/Star Jumps/Jumping Jacks: Gets hearts pumping and improves cardiovascular fitness. ☆ Beanbag Hold: Develops arm and shoulder strength. ☆ Running on the Spot/Sprints: Boosts cardio and builds endurance. ☆ Press-ups: Strengthens arms, shoulders, and core. Why Choose This Resource? ☆ Engaging and Fun: Children will love the variety of activities and the challenge of beating their own scores each week. ☆ Easy to Implement: The clear instructions and simple recording sheet make this resource perfect for busy teachers. ☆ Differentiated: Modifications are provided for each station, ensuring all children can participate and succeed. ☆ Promotes Healthy Habits: Encourages physical activity and helps children develop a positive attitude towards exercise. Get your Year 1 students excited about fitness with this fantastic circuit training resource! Ideal for: Year 1 PE, physical education, circuit training, fitness, exercise, primary PE, movement skills, gross motor skills, coordination, strength.

Elevate your PE sessions with these Athletics Task Cards and Fitness Record Sheet. Designed for efficiency and engagement, this resource features 12 task cards incorporating various athletics skills and equipment. From sprints to jumps, these cards add a dynamic edge to your athletics unit. Resource Highlights: ★ 12 Task Cards: Covering a spectrum of athletics skills and equipment, these task cards infuse variety into your lessons. ★ Fitness Record Sheet: Encourage personal growth and goal setting as children track their scores or times over multiple attempts. ★ Versatile Application: Ideal for individual or group activities, suitable for a range of ages and abilities. Files included: ★ x12 Athletics task cards ★ Fitness record sheet How to Use: ★ Distribute task cards for focused skill practice. ★ Record individual or group performances on the Fitness Record Sheet. ★ Encourage friendly competition and personal improvement over multiple attempts. You may also be interested in… Y3/4 PE Gymnastics Unit - 11 Lessons KS1 / KS2 Warm Ups and Cool Downs for PE Booklet Y5/6 - Fitness / Athletics PE Unit - 4 lessons Tags: Athletics, PE, Task Cards, Fitness, Physical Education, Skill Development, Record Sheet, Sports, Track and Field, PE Lesson, Primary School, KS1, KS2.

A useful grid including vocabulary to be used in PE that is suitable for Key Stage One. This includes topics of dance, gymnastics, games, athletics and yoga. Great for PE coordinators or planning. KS1 vocabulary grid and bundle of KS1 and KS2 grids also available - see bundle below. y3 y4 y5 y6 subject lead coordinator year 4 year 3 outstanding subject folder key stage 2 key stage two

A useful grid including vocabulary to be used in PE that is suitable for Key Stage One. This includes topics of dance, gymnastics, games, athletics and yoga. Great for PE coordinators or planning. Key Stage Two grid and bundle of KS1 and KS2 grids available (see bundle below). y1 y2 subject lead coordinator year 1 year 2 outstanding subject folder

A 22 page booklet featuring lots of warm ups and cool downs for KS1 / KS2 PE. Warm-up and cool-down activities should be incorporated into any training as well as competition routines. The warm-up prepares the body for activity, as well as helping to prevent injury to muscles, which can be more susceptible to injury when cold. The cool-down helps the body clear lactic acid that builds up during any activity. Less lactic acid means less soreness and stiffness the next day! EYFS Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 outstanding subject lead leader coordinator home learning remote

This outstanding PE unit has been planned by PE experts and tried in primary schools with real children! Through this unit, children will learn fundamental skills, such as running, jumping and balancing. Each lesson comes with at least two different games for children to play and apply their skills and a warm up and cool down. There are also resource listings so you can ensure you are prepared for each lesson. Learning objectives include: ✸ Develop awareness of speed and distance ✸ Develop fluency, rhythm and balance in running over obstacles ✸ Take off in different ways and land in a coordinated way ✸ Use different jumps to make jumping sequences ✸ To complete a running and jumping course. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Ignite your KS1 students’ passion for dance and creativity with this engaging 3-lesson unit! Designed to foster self-expression, physical coordination, and an appreciation for movement, this resource is perfect for introducing young learners to the joy of dance. What’s Included: ✬ 3 Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance for each lesson, including clear learning objectives, warm-up activities, creative movement explorations, and cool-down exercises. ✬ Differentiated Instruction: Activities are adaptable to various skill levels, ensuring all students feel successful and challenged. ✬ Cross-Curricular Connections: Integrate dance with art and music, enhancing students’ understanding of colour and its emotional impact. ✬ Focus on Expression: Encourage students to explore different moods and feelings through movement, fostering creativity and confidence. ✬ Collaborative Learning: Promote teamwork and communication through partner and group activities. Key Learning Outcomes: ✬ Movement Skills: Students will develop fundamental movement skills like locomotor skills, non-locomotor skills, and spatial awareness. ✬ Expressive Skills: Students will learn to express different moods and feelings through movement, using their bodies as a creative tool. ✬ Observation Skills: Students will develop their ability to observe and appreciate the movements of others, fostering a deeper understanding of dance as an art form. ✬ Collaboration: Students will work together to create and perform dances, building teamwork and communication skills. Why Choose This Resource? ✬ Engaging and Fun: Children will love exploring movement through the lens of colour, making learning a joyful experience. ✬ Easy to Implement: Lesson plans are clear, concise, and require minimal preparation. ✬ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for KS1 PE. ✬ Teacher-Approved: Created by experienced educators with a passion for dance and movement education. Spark a lifelong love of dance in your KS1 students with this outstanding dance unit! Ideal for: KS1 PE, dance, movement, creativity, expression, physical education, primary school, elementary school.

Get your KS1 students excited about physical activity with this fun and engaging 5-lesson unit on bat and ball games! Designed to develop fundamental movement skills and hand-eye coordination, this resource is perfect for introducing young learners to the joy of sports and games. What’s Included: ✰ 5 Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance for each lesson, including clear learning objectives, warm-up activities, skill-building exercises, and fun games. ✰ Differentiated Instruction: Activities are adaptable to various skill levels, ensuring all students feel successful and challenged. ✰ Focus on Fundamental Skills: Develop essential skills like throwing, catching, striking, and teamwork through a variety of engaging activities. ✰ Creative Themes: Each lesson is themed to capture children’s imaginations and make learning fun (e.g., jewellers, cave people, chefs, ants). ✰ Progression of Skills: Lessons build upon each other, gradually increasing the complexity of skills and game play. Key Learning Outcomes: ✰ Movement Skills: Students will develop fundamental movement skills like throwing, catching, striking, running, and dodging. ✰ Hand-Eye Coordination: Students will improve their hand-eye coordination through practice with bats, balls, and other objects. ✰ Teamwork: Students will learn to cooperate and communicate effectively with their peers during team games. ✰ Sportsmanship: Students will develop good sportsmanship and fair play through positive reinforcement and encouragement. Why Choose This Resource? ✰ Engaging and Fun: Children will love the variety of activities and the creative themes, making learning active and enjoyable. ✰ Easy to Implement: Lesson plans are clear, concise, and require minimal preparation. ✰ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets the national curriculum objectives for KS1 PE. ✰ Teacher-Approved: Created by experienced educators with a passion for physical education. Spark a lifelong love of sports and physical activity in your KS1 students with this fantastic bat and ball games unit! Ideal for: KS1 PE, physical education, bat and ball games, movement skills, hand-eye coordination, teamwork, sportsmanship, primary school, elementary school.

This Gymnastics pack includes 9 lesson plans, an expectations sheet that differentiates three ways and flashcards for different moves that can be demonstrated in this unit. Perfect for Lower Key Stage 2, each lesson plan contains learning objectives, a warm up, development task and composition task before a cool down activity. Each section also has tips for the teacher in red italics. The 28 flashcards have images and descriptions of different movements they might want to cover in the unit. All files are in PDF format. lks2 ks2 year 3 year 4 outstanding key stage two

Ignite a passion for movement and physical activity in your youngest learners with this outstanding 5-week gymnastics unit! Designed for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Year 1, this comprehensive resource provides a fun and engaging introduction to gymnastics skills, building confidence and coordination in a safe and supportive environment. What’s Included: ✶ 5 Weeks of Detailed Lesson Plans: Each lesson includes clear learning objectives, step-by-step instructions, differentiated activities for Emerging, Developing, and Secure levels, key questions to prompt student thinking, and success criteria to track progress. ✶ Simple and Easy to Follow: The lesson plans are designed with busy teachers in mind, offering a clear structure and easy-to-understand instructions. ✶ Focus on Fundamental Skills: Develop essential gymnastics skills such as body shapes, rolling, balancing, jumping, and moving on apparatus. ✶ Differentiated Instruction: Activities are tailored to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring everyone can participate and succeed. ✶ Promotes Physical Literacy: Helps children develop a lifelong love of movement and physical activity. Why Choose This Resource? ✶ Outstanding Quality: Graded as outstanding, this unit has been rigorously designed and tested to ensure maximum impact. ✶ Comprehensive and Engaging: Covers a wide range of gymnastics skills and concepts in a fun and interactive way. ✶ Saves You Time: No need to spend hours planning – everything you need is right here! ✶ Builds Confidence: Empowers children to explore their physical abilities and develop a positive self-image. Give your EYFS and Year 1 students the best possible start in gymnastics with this outstanding unit! Ideal for: EYFS, Year 1, KS1, gymnastics, PE, physical education, movement skills, gross motor skills, coordination, balance.

Ignite a passion for movement and physical activity in your Year 1 students with this outstanding 6-week PE unit! This comprehensive resource provides a fun and engaging introduction to basic movement and ball skills, building confidence and coordination in a safe and supportive environment. What’s Included: ✶ 6 Weeks of Detailed Lesson Plans: Each lesson includes clear learning objectives, step-by-step instructions, differentiated activities for various skill levels, key questions to prompt student thinking, and success criteria to track progress. ✶ Simple and Easy to Follow: The lesson plans are designed with busy teachers in mind, offering a clear structure and easy-to-understand instructions. ✶ Focus on Fundamental Skills: Develop essential movement skills like agility, balance, coordination, and spatial awareness, as well as ball skills such as rolling, throwing, and catching. ✶ Differentiated Instruction: Activities are tailored to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring everyone can participate and succeed. ✶ Promotes Physical Literacy: Helps children develop a lifelong love of movement and physical activity. Why Choose This Resource? ✶ Outstanding Quality: Graded as outstanding, this unit has been rigorously designed and tested to ensure maximum impact. ✶ Comprehensive and Engaging: Covers a wide range of movement and ball skills in a fun and interactive way. ✶ Saves You Time: No need to spend hours planning – everything you need is right here! ✶ Builds Confidence: Empowers children to explore their physical abilities and develop a positive self-image. ✶ Subject Lead Approved: Created by an experienced PE subject lead with a deep understanding of the KS1 curriculum and child development. Give your Year 1 students the best possible start in PE with this outstanding unit! Ideal for: Year 1, KS1, PE, physical education, movement skills, ball skills, coordination, balance, agility,

Explore the world of movement and creativity with our KS1 African Animals PE Unit. This resource includes five thoughtfully designed lesson plans that focus on physical activity, teamwork, and imaginative learning. Through interactive activities and games, students will develop coordination, vocabulary, and a deeper understanding of animal movements. These lessons are an exciting addition to your curriculum, promoting active engagement and a holistic learning experience. Lesson 1: Discovering Animal Movements and Vocabulary Kick off the unit with a dynamic exploration of body movements in response to music. The Traffic Lights Game and engaging warm-up activities help students develop essential movement vocabulary while highlighting the significance of proper warm-ups before exercise. Lesson 2: Embodying Animal Movements with Creativity In this lesson, students embrace their inner animals through imitation and creative expression. Activities like “I’m a Lion and Late for Trip to the Waterhole” encourage physical movement and imaginative play, fostering both coordination and vocabulary development. Lesson 3: Sequencing Animal Movements for Performance Lesson 3 focuses on sequencing movements into cohesive performances. Students collaborate to choreograph dance sequences inspired by animal movements, enhancing teamwork skills and encouraging creative storytelling through movement. Lesson 4: Crafting Collaborative Dance Stories Students weave movement and imagination together in Lesson 4. Collaboratively creating dance sequences that embody African animal characteristics promotes cooperative learning and the art of storytelling through physical expression. Lesson 5: Expressive Dance Performances with Animal Movements The final lesson showcases students’ progress and creativity. Combining animal movements into expressive dance performances not only promotes physical activity but also encourages students to communicate through movement, emphasizing their understanding of animals and their unique traits. Our KS1 African Animals PE Unit offers a well-rounded approach to physical education, promoting movement, teamwork, vocabulary development, and imaginative expression. Each lesson plan is carefully crafted to create an engaging and enriching learning experience for your students. Tags: Key Stage 1, Physical Education, Creative Movement, Animal Imitation, Dance Choreography, Teamwork, Coordination, Vocabulary Development, Physical Activity, Holistic Learning, Lesson Plans, Interactive, Curriculum Integration, ofsted, curriculum, physical education Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com y1 y2 year 1 2

This Year 1 unit of 6 lessons contains 6 lesson plans to easily teach children the basics in gymnastics. All you will need are mats and benches! Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to make different basic shapes with their bodies. To be able to travel in a variety of ways. To be able to travel at different heights. To be able to travel in different directions and at different speeds in a variety of physical activities. To be able to travel on apparatus safely and in a variety of ways. To be able to put all skills together to create a sequence. To be able to create and modify sequences. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans

This Year 3/4 unit of 6 lessons contains 5 lesson plans to easily teach children all about building their hockey skills. It also contains sports cards to be used in games in the unit. Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to demonstrate control and manipulation of a hockey ball through dribbling and travelling techniques. To be able to dribble a hockey ball with control and accuracy while moving in different directions. To be able to develop basic hockey skills such as dribbling, passing, and controlling the ball. To be able to apply dribbling and running skills in a game of hockey and demonstrate teamwork and movement. and 6. To be able to demonstrate and apply various hockey skills through controlled movements and game situations. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans

This Year 1 unit of 5 lessons contains 5 lesson plans to easily teach children the basics of invasion games. Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to participate in a variety of group activities that develop coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. To be able to move confidently and safely while following instructions, and to demonstrate an understanding of different ways to move using feet. To be able to explore different ways of using a ball or other equipment for throwing, catching, and sending. To be able to use a racket to dribble, carry, and hit a ball or other equipment safely and confidently. To be able to apply skills from previous lessons to score accurately in target games. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans

Roll into the new term with this fundamental ball skills unit. Used across 5 lessons, this unit comes with 5 detailed lesson plans that are easily adaptable for EYFS and KS1. There is differentiated success criteria for EYFS, Y1 and Y2. Created by an experienced PE subject coordinator, these lessons have been rated Outstanding by PE professionals and leadership teams. Files included: ✸ x4 lesson plans (spread across 5 lessons) ✸ Success criteria for throwing, catching and using a racket ✸ Bean game ideas Lesson 1 Learning Objectives: To perform basic catching skills To follow instructions To understand expectations in PE (R/Y1) Basic Skills & Personal Development: Catching a large ball. (EYFS) Show good control and coordination (EYFS) Throwing and catching skills (Yr 1 / 2 ) Lesson 2 Learning Objectives: Send and receive a ball To show an awareness of the immediate space around our bodies. To practise different ways of sending and receiving a ball. Basic Skills & Personal Development: How to roll different equipment. How to move and stop equipment safely. (Y1) How to catch with both hands. (Y1/2) Lesson 3 Learning Objectives: To use a racket To use space to move safely around others. To use a racket safely to send and receive a ball. Basic Skills & Personal Development: EYFS: Experiments with different ways of moving. Shows increasing control over an object in pushing, patting, throwing, catching or kicking it. Year 1 / 2: Hit a ball with a racket. Follow rules set e.g. Follow a line with a ball. Lesson 4 / 5 Learning Objectives: To perform basic actions using different body parts. To use hands and feet to send and receive a ball. To hit a target with a ball. Basic Skills & Personal Development: EYFS – Thawing an object with increasing control and accuracy Year 1 – Throw an object in different ways Year 2 – Use hitting, rolling and kicking during a game Tags: Y1 Y2 subject lead leader physical education fitness athletics funs basketballs tennis Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Swim into the new term with this ocean animals dance unit. Used across 6 lessons, this unit comes with 6 detailed lesson plans that are suitable for KS1. Created by an experienced PE subject coordinator, these lessons have been rated Outstanding by PE professionals and leadership teams. Files included: ✸ x6 lesson plans ✸ Underwater scene pictures ✸ Links to music for all lessons ✸ Mat signs for warm up Lesson 1: L.O. To explore the underwater world and convey its essence through movement. • I can perform a variety of movements using different body parts. • I can describe the ideas and emotions conveyed in my dance. • I can collaborate effectively with my classmates during the dance. Lesson 2: L.O. To explore the ocean environment through movement and music. • I can effectively perform various underwater body shapes with my partner. • I can choreograph a brief sequence of underwater movements with my partner. • I can recall key elements of ocean life and creatures while dancing. Lesson 3: L.O. To explore the theme of underwater friendship through dance and movement. • I can perform movements in unison with my partner. • I can communicate and share ideas with my partner. • I can create actions that express the theme of underwater friendship in our dance. Lesson 4: L.O. To explore the underwater world and express it through movement and dance. • I can perform underwater movements in sync with my partner. • I can effectively communicate and share ideas with my partner. • I can create movements that portray the underwater world in our dance. Lesson 5: L.O. To create a short dance sequence that represents the theme of the ocean. • I can create a short dance sequence. • I can express the theme of the ocean through my dance. • I can structure my dance with a clear start, middle, and end. Lesson 6: L.O. To create ocean-inspired dance phrases using counting, explore repetition in dance sequences, and perform dances that convey feelings. • I can create a dance phrase using counting. • I can demonstrate repetition in my dance. • I can express feelings through my dance. Tags: Y1 Y2 subject lead leader physical education fitness athletics funs dancing sea creatures oceans animals Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com

Looking for a set of outstanding PE lessons for KS1 with the theme of Amazing Animals? Look no further! This Amazing Animals Dance unit has been carefully planned to support children in mastering basic movements and developing balance, agility, and coordination. These five lessons are designed to help children respond to music using different actions, explore whole body actions to create linked shapes and balances, and perform dances using simple movement patterns. The lessons also use The Gruffalo to encourage children to imitate animal actions, link movements together, and create different shapes and movements to represent animals. Each lesson includes warm-up activities, a main activity, and a cool-down section to help children stretch and relax their bodies. These lessons are perfect for any KS1 class wanting to explore the exciting world of Amazing Animals! Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com subject leader lead coordinator key stage one

Ignite the passion for sports and foster a love for physical activities with our engaging and inspiring assemblies on “Enthusiasm in Sport.” Designed for KS1, KS2 and KS3 children, these two comprehensive assemblies are packed with interactive PowerPoints and teacher notes to create an unforgettable learning experience. In the first assembly, students will explore the concept of enthusiasm in sports through thought-provoking discussions and real-life examples. They will discover the challenges and sacrifices athletes face, the importance of dedication and purpose, and the role of passion in overcoming obstacles. Famous athletes like Andre Agassi and Nick Kyrgios will be featured, providing valuable insights into the world of sports. The second assembly takes students on a journey to witness the power of enthusiasm in action. Through captivating videos and interactive activities, they will witness the impact of enthusiasm on athletes’ performances and reflect on its significance in their own lives. Inspiring sports personalities such as Lionel Messi and Serena Williams will be celebrated, motivating students to bring their best to every sports endeavor. Both assemblies include reflection time, allowing students to contemplate the role of enthusiasm in their own sports experiences. A carefully crafted prayer will encourage students to be grateful for the gift of sports and seek guidance to embrace enthusiasm in all areas of their lives. With our “Enthusiasm in Sport” assemblies, you’ll equip your students with essential life skills, including teamwork, resilience, and self-belief. Let the power of enthusiasm transform your students’ sports experiences and inspire them to reach new heights. Get ready to witness their enthusiasm soar as they embrace the joy of sports and unlock their full potential! Tags: fun assemblies for primary schools ks2 assembly ks1 assembly collective worship assemblies christian assemblies for primary schools key stage 1 key stage 2 key stage 3