Athletics
Lesson Plans
PE curriculum-mapped athletics lesson plans for primary schools. Build running, jumping and throwing skills through progressive, easy-to-follow PE lessons that develop balance, coordination, pace judgement and confidence, with downloadable resources that support personal bests across KS1 and KS2.
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Our athletics lesson plans are designed to help teachers deliver a clear, progressive Unit of Work that links directly to the National Curriculum for PE.
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Across Years 1 to 6, pupils move from fundamental movements such as running, landing and underarm throwing to more advanced jumping combinations, pace control, varied throws and competitive performance.
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Each unit develops both declarative knowledge, such as understanding technique, pace and personal best, and procedural knowledge through repeated practice in running, jumping and throwing.
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The lessons also support wider development by encouraging teamwork, self-evaluation, resilience and healthy participation, making them ideal primary school PE resources for confident curriculum delivery.
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