New Revised NERDC Primary 4 Physical and Health Education Scheme of Work
Week 1: High jump
1. Content: High jump skill: run up, take off, flight, landing, recovery. Performing high jump correctly.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform the basic skills in high jump correctly.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher leads group warm-up, The teacher guides individual practice of high jump skills, The teacher facilitates cool down and discussion on safety.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners participate in groups warm up exercise to put body in tune, The learners carryout individually the basic skills of high jump, The learners participate in cool down activities, The learners participate in whole class discussion to identify safety precautions in high jump.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: High jump pitch provides designated area for safe jumping practice. Poles and cross bar create adjustable height challenges. Landing foam or mattress ensures safe landings and prevents injuries. Measuring tape tracks height achievements. Flag marks successful attempts. Sports wear allows unrestricted movement during jumps.
Week 2: Tennis
1. Content: Tennis skills: the grip, service, forehand drive, backhand drive. Scoring system: O point=lave, 1 point=15, 2 point=30, 3 point=40. Playing tennis correctly.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to:
i. perform basic skills in tennis,
ii. count the point score in tennis correctly.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher guides groups in performing skills of Grip, Stance, Serve (Forehand and backhand drive) in tennis, The teacher leads discussion on safety precautions.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners perform in groups the skills of Grip, Stance, Serve (Forehand and backhand drive) in tennis, The learners participate in group discussion on safety precautions in tennis.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Tennis court provides standard playing surface with proper dimensions. Tennis balls allow skill practice and game play. Racket enables proper stroke technique development. Sports wears ensure comfort during active court movement.
Week 3: Table tennis
1. Content: Table tennis skills: the grip, service, forehand drive, backhand drive. Playing table tennis correctly.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform basic skills in table tennis correctly.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher guides groups in performing skills of Grip, Stance, Serve (Forehand and backhand drive) in table tennis.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners perform in groups the skills of Grip, Stance, Serve (Forehand and backhand drive) in table tennis.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Table tennis table provides regulation playing surface for skill development. Table tennis balls (Eggs) enable practice of serves and drives. Racket (Bat) allows pupils to develop proper grip and stroke techniques. Sports wears maintain comfort during extended play sessions.
Week 4: Soccer
1. Content: Soccer skills and techniques: dribbling, shooting, ball control, goalkeeping. Development of skills in playing soccer. Development of speed, agility and endurance.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform basic skills and techniques in soccer.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher guides groups in performing skills of dribbling, shooting, ball control and goalkeeping in soccer.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners perform in groups the skills of dribbling, shooting, ball control and goalkeeping in the game of soccer.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Soccer pitch provides proper field dimensions for realistic game practice. Soccer ball enables all skill development activities. Jerseys distinguish teams during practice games. Soccer boot offers proper footwear for field conditions. Flag marks boundaries and goals. Whistle controls game flow and signals. Goal post and net create authentic scoring targets.
Week 5: Soccer (Continued)
1. Content: Soccer skills and techniques: dribbling, shooting, ball control, goalkeeping. Development of skills in playing soccer. Development of speed, agility and endurance.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform basic skills and techniques in soccer.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher reviews skills, The teacher organizes team drills for agility and endurance, The teacher provides feedback.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners review skills in groups, The learners practice full soccer skills with focus on techniques, The learners engage in team play and discuss strategies.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Soccer pitch continues supporting team coordination development. Soccer ball remains central to all skill refinement. Jerseys maintain team identification during scrimmages. Soccer boot provides necessary traction and protection. Flag ensures boundary awareness. Whistle maintains game organization. Goal post and net reinforce scoring objectives.
Week 6: Basketball
1. Content: Basketball skills techniques: jump ball, dribbling, passing, dunking, slamming, faking, shooting, rebounding. Development of skills in playing basketball. Development of speed, agility and endurance.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform basic skills and techniques of basketball.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher guides groups in performing skills of jump pass, dribbling, passing, dunking, slamming, faking, shooting and rebounding in basketball.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners perform in groups the skills of jump pass, dribbling, passing, dunking, slamming, faking, shooting and rebounding in the game basketball.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Basketball court provides regulation dimensions for proper game play. Basket balls enable all skill practice activities. Sports wears allow freedom of movement for jumping and running. Whistle controls drills and game flow. Stand, ring and basket create authentic scoring targets and height challenges.
Week 7: Mid-Term Break
Teachers conduct mid-term tests covering topics from Week 1 to Week 6. Assessment should include both practical demonstrations and theoretical understanding of sports skills and rules.
Week 8: Basketball (Continued)
1. Content: Basketball skills techniques: jump ball, dribbling, passing, dunking, slamming, faking, shooting, rebounding. Development of skills in playing basketball. Development of speed, agility and endurance.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform basic skills and techniques of basketball.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher reviews techniques, The teacher organizes scrimmages for endurance, The teacher monitors and corrects form.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners review skills, The learners practice advanced drills in groups, The learners participate in mini-games and feedback sessions.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Basketball court supports continued skill development and game situations. Basket balls allow intensive drill practice. Sports wears maintain comfort during extended activity. Whistle coordinates complex drills and scrimmages. Stand, ring and basket challenge pupils with realistic game conditions.
Week 9: Volleyball
1. Content: Volleyball skills techniques: service, volleying, digging, spiking, blocking. Demonstrating the skills of volleying, digging, spiking and blocking in the game of volleyball.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform basic skills volleyball.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher guides groups in performing skills of serving, volleying, digging, spiking and blocking in volleyball.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners perform in groups the skills of serving, volleying, digging, spiking and blocking in the game of volleyball.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Volleyball court provides proper playing dimensions and surface. Balls enable practice of all volleyball skills. Post and net create regulation height for realistic play. Sports wears ensure comfort during jumping and diving movements. Whistle signals serves and violations.
Week 10: Volleyball (Continued)
1. Content: Volleyball skills techniques: service, volleying, digging, spiking, blocking. Demonstrating the skills of volleying, digging, spiking and blocking in the game of volleyball.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to perform basic skills volleyball.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher reviews basic skills, The teacher organizes team coordination drills, The teacher facilitates safety discussions.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners review techniques, The learners practice in groups with focus on team play, The learners engage in full drills and peer review.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Volleyball court maintains consistent practice environment. Balls support continued skill refinement. Post and net remain at regulation height. Sports wears provide ongoing comfort and safety. Whistle maintains organized drill structure.
Week 11: Revision
Teachers review all second term topics including high jump, racket sports, and team games. Practical demonstrations help reinforce proper techniques and safety procedures.
Week 12: Examination
Second term examinations assess both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Teachers evaluate performance in all sports covered during the term.
Week 13: Examination, Marking & Vacation
Complete all examination activities and record results accurately. After finishing marking and documentation, pupils proceed on vacation.