All children at Uplands receive 2 hours of Physical Education a week. During their time at Uplands, they will learn to develop the fundamental skills required to participate a wide range of physical activities and sports. During the four years they will cover the following topics: Athletics, Dance, Games (Invasion, Net & Wall and Striking & Fielding), Gymnastics, Outdoor Adventure Activities (OAA) and Swimming (in year 4).
We offer a wide range of extracurricular clubs (Before, at Lunch and After School) which children are welcome to attend. We are also part of the Sports Partnership and regularly compete in school games competitions.
Physical education is an essential part of the national curriculum. Not only does it improve the physical skills, but it also helps to develop them emotionally, intellectually and socially. We aim to develop their fundamental and life skills, knowledge of rules and tactics and increase their knowledge about how their bodies work.
To utilise the time which is allocated to PE children may come to school already changed in the CORRECT PE kit. If they are unable to wear correct kit, a note should be brought in and given to Mrs Wood or their class teacher.
We are excited to announce the clubs for Spring term. At Uplands we pride ourselves in offering a vast range of activities for all children. To sign up, please email [email protected] or contact the school through school gateway.
Each year, our Year 6 pupils take part in a three‑day residential at Crowden in the Peak District. This much‑anticipated trip offers children the chance to experience outdoor learning through a range of adventurous activities including river scrambling, weaselling, and canoeing. These sessions are led by trained instructors and designed to challenge pupils physically, mentally, and socially in a safe and supportive environment.
School residentials play a crucial role in children’s personal development. They provide opportunities that extend beyond the classroom, enabling pupils to:
Being away from home helps pupils develop self‑reliance—managing their belongings, organising themselves for activities, and overcoming personal challenges.
Activities like canoeing and weaselling require cooperation, trust, and clear communication. Children learn to work effectively with peers they may not usually collaborate with in school.
Achieving something new—such as scrambling through a river gorge or reaching the top of a rocky outcrop—gives pupils a tangible sense of achievement.
Time spent outdoors supports physical and mental wellbeing. The Peak District setting offers tranquility, fresh air, and a break from the fast pace of daily routines.
