Health and Fitness

Why – Purpose and Rationale
Health and Fitness supports physical and emotional wellbeing. Through movement, students develop body awareness, regulation, confidence, and an understanding of healthy routines.

What – Core Content

• Movement and coordination (gross and fine motor skills)

• Sensory integration and regulation

• Personal hygiene and health understanding

• Nutrition, rest, hydration, exercise

• Teamwork and resilience-building

How – Teaching and Learning Approaches

• Engagement: regulation through movement and sensory play

• Environments: rebound, outdoor learning, sensory circuits

• Experiences: dance, games, hygiene routines, daily movement breaks
  Examples:

• P1: motor skills and play for regulation

• P2: fitness games, learning hygiene routines

• P3: sports participation, understanding health choices

How Well – Assessment and Progress

• Fox Hollies Health and Fitness Progression Framework

• EHCP outcomes (SEMH, physical/sensory)

• Evidence for Learning – photos, observations, feedback
  Supports links with therapy, sport and PfA (Preparing for Adulthood).