Success for Corsham Primary School I


n May, Corsham Primary were delighted to be awarded the afPE Quality Mark with Distinction for the


second time running. At the beginning of April, an application was submitted documenting targets which have been developed since the last submission. These included: reviewing the curriculum in order to develop a more holistic approach to pupil development through PE; raising the profile of PE in the school through displays, an interactive screen and canvas boards depicting pupils involved in physical activity; and continuing to promote healthy active lifestyles for all children.


The process also involved a visit from two validators, who were very impressed with the ethos of physical activity at Corsham Primary School. They confirmed that the high standards of physical education had


been maintained and the profile had been raised further. During the visit a learning walk took place, where lessons and classroom practice were informally observed. As well as meeting with the PE leaders to discuss paperwork and evidence for the award, the visitors also met with other teachers and children from both key stages – these included Sports Leaders from years 5 and 6.


The validators commented on the vast array of activities and clubs that are on offer to the children and the creative ways in which active learning strategies are incorporated within the classrooms. They identified the collaboration and support between staff members and pupils as being a real strength. They also recognised the determination and dedication of the school community, striving to make physical education and being active accessible to all.


Two of our Sports Leaders with the award


AVC & David Hemery NAK 21st Century Legacy


The Wiltshire based 21st Century Legacy charity provides a national educational programme ‘Be the Best you can Be!’ supporting young people to achieve and succeed through raising aspirations and generating self-awareness and self- responsibility.


Founded by former Olympic champion; Dr David Hemery, CBE the programme has been adopted by over 1,000 schools covering 250,000 young people at primary and secondary school level.


In response to changing health and educational requirements,


the programme has been revised recently to incorporate a wider, holistic focus on health, wellbeing and personal development. Renamed as ‘Be the Best you can Be for your health and wellbeing!’ it can be delivered in a non-curricula or activity based setting.


For further details please contact jillturner2211@ gmail.com


Website; www.21stcenturylegacy.com At September’s West Wilts PLT Conference


A large number of schools collected their certificates for achieving Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum School Games Mark Awards. A big thank you to staff for all the time and effort put into achieving these awards.


Bronze – Heytesbury, Southwick and John of Gaunt


Silver – Castle Mead, Churchfields, St. George’s Catholic, St. Mary’s Broughton Gifford, Minster, Westbury Juniors, Westbury Leigh and Westwood with Iford


Gold – Bellefield, Bitham Brook, Christ Church, Crockerton, Fitzmaurice, Hilperton, Horningsham, Kingdown, Princecroft, St. John’s Catholic, Stonar, The Grove and Winsley Platinum – Holt


Wiltshire and Swindon Relay 13


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