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Full KS3 CORE PE Schemes of Work using a spiral curriculum and Sport Ed model, with assessments and progression towards GCSE PE skills.

This comprehensive resource includes three complete sets of CORE PE Schemes of Work, specifically designed for Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9). It supports both student development and teacher delivery through a spiral curriculum structure, ensuring clear progression towards the practical performance requirements of GCSE PE.

The curriculum follows the Sport Education model, encouraging students to take on varied roles (performer, coach, official, leader), while building teamwork, leadership, and long-term engagement with sport.

Year-by-Year Progression:

• Year 7 introduces fundamental and core skills
• Year 8 develops advanced skills
• Year 9 focuses on strategies, tactics, and decision making under pressure

Each year revisits and extends prior learning, with differentiation embedded throughout to support all ability levels.

Lesson Structure:

Each Scheme of Work includes:

• Three 2-hour lessons per unit
• These can easily be delivered as six 1-hour lessons, with two lessons sharing the same learning objectives

Every lesson features:

• Clear objectives (AO1, AO2, AO3)
• Detailed teaching points and task breakdowns
• Differentiated activities
• Resource cards (where necassary) and video links to support high-quality instruction
• Guidance for teacher questioning and peer/self-assessment

Also Included:

• Sport-specific assessment criteria for each year group
• Weekly learning intentions aligned to national curriculum and GCSE practical progression
• Editable formats (Word/PDF) for flexible planning and adaptation
• Embedded links to PSHE, personal development, and character education

Sports Available:

• Athletics, Basketball, Football, Gymnastics Hockey, Swimming, Life Saving, Personal Survival, Water Polo, Netball, Rounders, Table Tennis and Volleyball

Ideal for:

• PE departments delivering a structured and progressive KS3 CORE PE programme
• Teachers seeking ready-to-use, adaptable curriculum plans
• Schools promoting inclusive, student-led learning in physical education

This resource ensures high-quality teaching and learning while saving valuable planning time. It promotes progression, inclusivity, and purpose in every CORE PE lesson.