This area covers sport and P.E. as well as fine and gross motor control needed for manipulating objects and for writing, and learning about ways to keep the body healthy through healthy eating and exercise. The children are given several daily opportunities to run, climb and balance. There are daily opportunities to use bikes, tricycles, scooters and cars. |
They are taught to throw, catch, kick, aim and strike a ball in dedicated P.E. lessons. They learn to co-operate as part of a team through games and activities including parachute games, and at other times they work with partners. Children work both inside and out to develop increasing control over their bodies and they learn about the importance of healthy eating, hygiene and exercise in their daily lives. |
