Year 7 - Health and Physical Education
Year 7 - Health and Physical Education
OverviewIn Year 7 Health and Physical Education, students take part in a wide range of activities designed to build fundamental movement skills, including strength balance, coordination and teamwork. The program aims to improve students’ fitness, confidence, and positive participation in physical activity while encouraging respectful behaviour and good sportsmanship. Students will participate in a variety of sports and activities, including Netball, T-ball, Soccer, AFL, Minor Games, Volleyball, Cricket and Fitness. Throughout the year, students will also explore a range of health topics and investigate current local, national, and global issues during theory lessons, helping them develop knowledge and skills to support healthy and active lifestyles. Topics studied include bullying, respectful relationships, making healthy decisions, and the importance of water and sun safety.
| Units / Topics | Types of Assessment |
|---|---|
| Bullying | Topic tests |
| Respectful Relationships | Extended Responses |
| Mental Health | Research Assessments |
| Healthy Eating and Decisions | Practical Assessments |
| Water and Sun Safety | Fitness Testing |
Future Directions
Successful completion of Year 7 Health and Physical Education can lead to the Basketball or the Sports Enrichment Program classes in Year 8.