Higher Grade Physical Education
Topics Taught
Higher is offered to S5 and studies in depth the following three areas:
- Preparation of the Body
- Skills and Techniques
- Structures Strategies and Composition
These areas are explained and presented predominantly through performance in various activities, which may differ from year to year.
Homework
The pupils will receive regular homework and must return it on time and there is an expectation to attend extra curricular clubs.
Assessments (internal and external)
Internal assessment is ongoing throughout the year. Successful completion will allow the pupil to go forward to sit the final SQA exam at the end of the year. Each pupil will be graded in their practical performance of the activities covered during class and this will be put towards their final grade.