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Why study PE at Newbattle High?

Keeping fit and healthy allows every child to have a happy and fulfilling life in school, and lets you burn energy, have great fun and meet many new people from different groups.

Our excellent facilities, and well-trained and motivated staff can help you to achieve your sporting potential - whether that is a gentle workout, or playing for Scotland.  In S4-6 you then have the chance to sit the Practical and Theory exams leading to Standard Grade General/Credit, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2 or Higher PE. We also run the new Intermediate 2 Sport & Recreation course where you learn the skills of working in Sport & Leisure.

PE in S1

The new Astroturf pitches and the PE departmentIn S1 you will have 2 hours of PE per week as part of your curriculum. This will include:

  • Indoor: Basketball, Volleyball, Netball, Badminton, Short Tennis, Fitness
  • Pool: Swimming skills and water confidence
  • Outdoor: Hockey, Rugby, Football
  • Creative: Dance, Trampoline
  • Summer: Athletics, Cricket, Rounders
  • Local Environment: Four local guided walks lasting 30-45 minutes

PE in S2 and beyond: Peak Performance

S2 Students at the Football AcademyAll S2 pupils have one hour of compulsory PE per week plus one hour of Peak Performance in which they can choose to participate in either the Basketball Academy, Dance Academy, Football Academy or Rugby Academy. As of 2007, pupils can choose to continue their progress in these academies in S3 and S4 by choosing a three-period a week option leading to an Intermediate 1 or Intermediate 2 award. For full details, see the PE Academies page in the S3 Coursing Handbook.

Standard Grade PE

This two-tier course has been developed for pupils who wish to increase their knowledge of, and participation in the various aspects of Physical Education. If you would like to be able to make more varied and enjoyable uses of leisure time, or if you are considering a career in the sport and leisure industry, then PE is the course for you.

What is involved?

  • Practical Performance - This course comprises five practical subjects:- swimming, basketball, badminton, gymnastics and hockey or football, as well as a study of fitness. Assessment is continuous throughout the course.
  • The Rugby Academy in December 2009
  • Evaluation - By looking at performance and video recordings of themselves, and others, pupils will learn to analyse and assess strengths and weaknesses, and to improve their own and others' performances. This will be formally examined at the end of the course.
    Remember that here is now a pathway to Higher and Intermediate Levels in P.E. in S5 and S6.
  • Knowledge and Understanding - At the end of the course there will be a formal examination, which will test the pupils' understanding of the principals of movement, and their knowledge of the theory of the subjects they have covered.

Other requirements

When considering this course, it is important to remember:

  • The PE Studies Course, combined with the core PE programme, involves six periods per week. This means that participants require a good level of fitness, as well as a great deal of interest and enthusiasm.
  • A regular supply of suitable kit is essential.

PE in S5 and S6

In S5 and S6, Physical Education can be studied at Intermediate 2 and Higher levels.

The Dance AcademyThose seeking a career in sport and leisure can also take our Sport and Recreation Intermediate 2 course. This course works through four modules designed to build the knowledge, skills and confidence of the Learner. The course involves:

  • running a sports centre
  • coaching P7/S1 students
  • job application skills
  • and running fitness courses

all under supervision of PE staff.

Senior students can also choose to select two hours of recreational PE ("core PE") per week.

After-school Sport Clubs

The school has a huge choice of lunchtime and after school Sports clubs, in sports including Basketball, Football, Rugby, Dance, Swimming and many more. Ask your PE staff for details or watch the Noticeboards for details. View the timetable here.

The Football Academy 2008-2009PE Study Club

The PE study club is for all students to get tuition before the PE exams at Standard Grade, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2 and Higher.

When: Wednesday 3.30 until 5.00pm (January to May)

Who can come: all exam pupils

Where: O-Zone

Who to see for more information: Miss Whyte & Mr Foley

Meet the Staff

If you have any questions about the work of the Newbattle High School PE department, please email Mr Foley at the school.

Mr B Foley Mr B Foley Mr B Foley
Mr B Foley Mr B Foley
Mr R Foley,
Principal Teacher PE
(Head of Department)
Mr A Wilson Mr A Wilson Mr A Wilson
Mr A Wilson Mr A Wilson
Mr A Wilson,
Teacher of PE
Miss A Whyte Miss A Whyte Miss A Whyte
Miss A Whyte Miss A Whyte
Miss A Whyte,
Teacher of PE
Mr M Baxter Mr M Baxter Mr M Baxter
Mr M Baxter
Mr M Baxter
Mr M Baxter,
Teacher of PE
Ms C Hamilton Ms C Hamilton Ms C Hamilton
Ms C Hamilton Ms C Hamilton
Ms C Hamilton,
Teacher of PE
Mrs S Leverett Mrs S Leverett Mrs S Leverett
Mrs S Leverett Mrs S Leverett
Ms S Leverett,
Teacher of PE
Mrs M Gill Mrs M Gill Mrs M Gill
Mrs M Gill
Mrs M Gill,
Teacher of PE
(maternity leave)
Miss S Wanstall Miss S Wanstall Miss S Wanstall
Miss S Wanstall Miss S Wanstall
Miss S Wanstall,
Teacher of PE
Mr Chris Smith Mr Chris Smith Mr Chris Smith
Mr Chris Smith Mr Chris Smith
Mr Chris Smith
SFA School of Football Coach
Ms J McIntosh Ms J McIntosh Ms J McIntosh
Ms J McIntosh Ms J McIntosh
Ms Joanne McIntosh,
Active Schools Coordinator
 

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