Physical Education

OCR GCSE

Course Summary

During the GCSE PE course, students will develop their knowledge and practical skills in a range of physical activities both as an individual and as a team player. Students will also analyse and evaluate their performance in sport.

In the theory element of the course students will examine the physical factors affecting performance and the socio-cultural issues and sports psychology.

Students Suited to the Course

To be successful in this course a student needs to be a strong performer in three sports and to take part in extra-curricular teams or clubs. If students perform a sport outside of the academy, in some cases, this can be used as one of their practical sports. It is essential that they have an excellent participation record.

Assessment Methods

Students will be assessed in all of their 3 sports and this will form 30% of the final mark. The analysing and evaluating performance component is worth 10%. The other 60% comes from two, one hour written exams taken at the end of the course.

Possible Progressions

This course develops key skills that employers are looking for and can lead to Employment opportunities in recreational management, leisure activities, coaching, the fitness industry and the armed forces. This course would provide a solid foundation for students who want to go on to study The OCR Technical at Level 3 or A Level PE at The Vale Academy Sixth.

Contact: Mr Neal