At Scoil Sinéad National School, Physical Education (PE) plays an important role in supporting children’s physical development, confidence, wellbeing and enjoyment of movement. Our PE provision is aligned with the Primary PE Curriculum and promotes active, healthy lifestyles for all pupils.
Swimming is an important life skill and forms part of our PE programme where feasible. Through swimming, pupils are supported to:
Swimming programmes are organised in line with curriculum objectives and school planning. Parents are informed in advance regarding schedules, arrangements and any associated costs.
Gymnastics is included as part of our PE curriculum and supports children to develop:
Gymnastics lessons focus on skill development, safe movement and positive participation, allowing children to progress at their own pace.
To support children’s physical wellbeing and engagement, Scoil Sinéad National School is trialling Active Homework as part of our approach to becoming a more active school.
On designated days, traditional written homework may be replaced with short, purposeful physical activities such as:
Active Homework encourages healthy habits, family involvement and balance between learning and wellbeing.
Active Week is a whole-school initiative designed to celebrate movement, teamwork and fun. It takes place during the February midterm period and includes a range of structured and enjoyable activities such as:
Active Week supports inclusion, participation and enjoyment of physical activity for all pupils.
Across the school, we aim to:
We believe that active children are more engaged, confident and ready to learn.
