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This KS1 Gymnastics Unit is designed for EYFS and Year 1 pupils to build confidence, coordination, and fundamental gymnastics skills. Across five fully planned lessons, children will practise body shapes, rolling, balancing, jumping, and using apparatus in a safe and supportive environment. Perfect for introducing gymnastics through clear and engaging activities.

What’s Included:
✔ 5 detailed lesson plans with clear learning objectives
✔ Step-by-step instructions for each session
✔ Differentiated activities for Emerging, Developing, and Secure levels
✔ Key questions to support pupil thinking and discussion
✔ Success criteria to assess progress

Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Introduction to Fundamental Shapes: Pupils practise holding key gymnastics shapes with control.
★ Rolling Techniques: Activities to teach simple rolling movements on the floor and mats.
★ Balance and Stability: Lessons focus on improving core strength through static and dynamic balances.
★ Jumping and Landing: Safe techniques for jumping and landing are taught, with opportunities to extend onto low apparatus.
★ Using Apparatus: Pupils transfer skills onto equipment, combining shapes, jumps, and balances into simple sequences.

Why It’s Useful:
✔ Differentiated tasks to support all levels of ability
✔ Helps build core skills in early physical development
✔ Easy to follow with minimal planning required
✔ Focuses on safe movement and basic gymnastics techniques

Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for EYFS PE, Year 1 gymnastics units, KS1 movement skill sessions, after-school clubs, or supporting gross motor development.

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