S5-6 Physical Education

Ambition, Confidence, Happiness and Respect.

Higher PE

• Can study course in S5 or S6, ideally after Nat 5 PE pass.
• Practical based course with theory taught through practical – work towards improving your level of performance as well as knowledge and understanding.
• Games (indoor hockey, basketball, badminton and volleyball) or Aesthetic (gymnastics, trampolining and dance) option.
• 100% pass rate (A to C) over last 10 years – complete homework, meet deadlines, work hard in and out of class and you will gain success.
• Study support available.

Performance – 50% final grade                                               

• Two one-off performances - must be in a demanding and or competitive context.
• Your choice of TWO activities from your course, each graded out of 30 marks.
• Total practical score out of 60 marks scaled back to be 50% of final grade. 

Question Paper – 50% final grade

• 2 hours 30 minute to complete exam.
• 50 marks available.
• Develop knowledge & understanding of how 4 factors (physical, mental, emotional and social) impact your performance. Develop knowledge & understanding of a range of approaches to improve performance.

Develop knowledge & understanding of personal development plans and future development needs.

Advanced Higher PE

• S6 only
• Must pass Higher PE with Grade B or better - games or aesthetics.
• Your choice of ANY activity to study - for performance and project.
• 4th year of course with 100% pass rate - meet deadlines throughout the year, work hard and you will gain success.
• Hard work but enjoyable.
• No final exam.

Project – 70% final grade

• Your choice of activity, topic and targets.
• Take responsibility for own learning and develop independent study skills – we’re here to help.
• Great preparation for further study, employment or training.
• Will develop research, analysis, evaluation and decision-making skills along with your level of physical performance.
• Hard work but enjoyable.