Academic Physical Education
Academic Physical Education at GCSE provides thorough academic study, whilst also providing rewards for physical excellence.
Studying Academic Physical Education at GCSE is for anyone with an interest in, or love of, sport. The subject is a great compliment to other GCSE subjects. Students that actively perform through sport will be at an advantage.
The subject provides a greater understanding of sport performance and helps development individuals performance.
The subject is relevant to the real world, and students will look at current teams and athletes to study; gender differences in sport, the role of women sport, elite performance, coaches, how we learn sport, improve knowledge on the effects of exercise, how to train and how the body adapts.
At King Edward's students will follow the AQA syllabus. 60% of the GCSE is assessed through theoretical work, and 40% is assessed through practical assessment.
Year 10
In Year 10, students will study the following topics:
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology
- Cardio-Respiratory System
- Anaerobic and Aerobic exercise
- Movement Analysis
- Physical Training
- Health and Fitness
Year 11
In Year 11, students will study the following topics:
- Sports Psychology
- Socio-Cultural Influences
- Commercialisation
- Ethical Issues
- Use of Data
Enrichment Opportunities
Clubs and Societies
Students get the opportunity to learn and develop their sport through a variety of sport clubs and fixtures throughout the course. You can find out more about Sport at King Edward's here.
Other opportunities
The students also complete filming days throughout the course to help enable the students to collate the necessary footage. The School also has links with several universities and access to their Sports Science laboratories.
Meet the Staff
If you have a specific enquiry for the Sports Science Department, email DKent@kes.school
| Mr. D. Kent BA | Director of Sport |
| Mr. M.G. Mixer BSc | Head of PE and Games |
| Mrs. L.C. Henderson | Teacher of PE and Games | Teacher of Sports Science | Head of Lower School |
| Miss. L.A. Lister BSc | Teacher of PE |
| Mr. A.D. Penn BA | Teacher of PE | Head of Cricket | Head of Reynolds |
| Mrs. H.M.L. Penn BA | Teacher of PE |
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