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The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!

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The perfect place for all your EYFS, KS1 and KS2 resources, Explore Education aims to provide you with amazing, outstanding lessons that help you to shine. Each lesson often has detailed planning, PowerPoints and differentiated resources. So whether you are looking for a maths lesson to get you through your next interview, an English lesson that will help you impress OFSTED or a history, science, RE, PSHE or PE unit to wow your class, this is the shop for you!
Maths & English Through Dance - PE
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Maths & English Through Dance - PE

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Perfect for a PE subject leader / coordinator, these documents show different ways of applying numeracy and literacy through dance.
KS2 Athletics Resources - Task Cards and Record Sheet
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KS2 Athletics Resources - Task Cards and Record Sheet

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Includes a pupil record sheet and 12 task cards to allow children to instruct themselves on how to use a range of equipment. Suitable for KS2 fitness lessons, especially upper KS2 (Y5 and Y6).
PE Vocabulary Grid for KS2
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PE Vocabulary Grid for KS2

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A useful grid including vocabulary to be used in PE that is suitable for Key Stage One. This includes topics of dance, gymnastics, games, athletics and yoga. Great for PE coordinators or planning. KS1 vocabulary grid and bundle of KS1 and KS2 grids also available - see bundle below. y3 y4 y5 y6 subject lead coordinator year 4 year 3 outstanding subject folder key stage 2 key stage two
PE Vocabulary Grid for KS1
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PE Vocabulary Grid for KS1

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A useful grid including vocabulary to be used in PE that is suitable for Key Stage One. This includes topics of dance, gymnastics, games, athletics and yoga. Great for PE coordinators or planning. Key Stage Two grid and bundle of KS1 and KS2 grids available (see bundle below). y1 y2 subject lead coordinator year 1 year 2 outstanding subject folder
KS1 / KS2 Warm Ups and Cool Downs for PE Booklet
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KS1 / KS2 Warm Ups and Cool Downs for PE Booklet

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com A 22 page booklet featuring lots of warm ups and cool downs for KS1 / KS2 PE. Warm-up and cool-down activities should be incorporated into any training as well as competition routines. The warm-up prepares the body for activity, as well as helping to prevent injury to muscles, which can be more susceptible to injury when cold. The cool-down helps the body clear lactic acid that builds up during any activity. Less lactic acid means less soreness and stiffness the next day! EYFS Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 outstanding subject lead leader coordinator home learning remote
PE Vocabulary Grids for KS1 and KS2
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PE Vocabulary Grids for KS1 and KS2

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Two useful grids including vocabulary to be used in PE that is suitable for Key Stage One and Two. This includes topics of dance, gymnastics, games, athletics and yoga. Great for PE coordinators or planning. y3 y4 y5 y6 subject lead coordinator year 4 year 3 outstanding subject folder ks2 ks1
Athletics Planning for KS1 - 5 Outstanding Lessons
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Athletics Planning for KS1 - 5 Outstanding Lessons

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This outstanding PE unit has been planned by PE experts and tried in primary schools with real children! Through this unit, children will learn fundamental skills, such as running, jumping and balancing. Each lesson comes with at least two different games for children to play and apply their skills and a warm up and cool down. There are also resource listings so you can ensure you are prepared for each lesson. Learning objectives include: ✸ Develop awareness of speed and distance ✸ Develop fluency, rhythm and balance in running over obstacles ✸ Take off in different ways and land in a coordinated way ✸ Use different jumps to make jumping sequences ✸ To complete a running and jumping course. Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com
EYFS / Y1 Gymnastics Unit - 6 weeks
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EYFS / Y1 Gymnastics Unit - 6 weeks

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 6 weeks of planning Graded as outstanding planning Includes Emerging, Developing and Secure levels, key questions and steps to success Simple and easy to follow Suitable for EYFS or Y1 Year 1 ks1
Y5/6 - Fitness /  Athletics PE Unit - 4 lessons
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Y5/6 - Fitness / Athletics PE Unit - 4 lessons

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com Suitable for Upper KS2 (Y5 / Y6) Includes 4 weeks of fitness planning, pupil record sheet and 2 lots of task cards (one x10, one x12) for fundamental skills. UKS2 Year 5 Year 6
LKS2  PE Dance Genres Unit - 5 lessons
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LKS2 PE Dance Genres Unit - 5 lessons

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 5 lessons of planning for a unit on Dance Genres - hip hop, Charleston, disco and line dancing. Includes Emerging, Developing and Secure strands and a challenge for the more able for each lesson. Graded as outstanding planning. Year 3 Year 4 Y3 Y4 ks2
DANCE PE Unit - 14 Outstanding Lessons
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DANCE PE Unit - 14 Outstanding Lessons

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 14 lessons of planning for a unit on dance. Each lesson is planned with detail and has differentiated learning objectives - acquiring and developing, selecting and applying and improving and evaluating. The lesson is also divided into a warm up, development, composition and cool down. For each part of the lesson there is points to note that has been written by an experienced PE teacher. Lessons: Gestures, Work Actions, Ying and Yang, Working Machines, Spinning Things, Washing Day, Country Dance (x2), Sea Creatures, Bridges, Worn Out, Jump the Hazard, Over and Under, Cats. All resources / links provided. Graded as outstanding planning. Also included is expectations, the long term plan and cross curricular links. Year 3 Year 4 Y3 Y4 ks2 y5 y6
Y3/4 PE Gymnastics Unit - 9 Outstanding Lessons
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Y3/4 PE Gymnastics Unit - 9 Outstanding Lessons

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This Gymnastics pack includes 9 lesson plans, an expectations sheet that differentiates three ways and flashcards for different moves that can be demonstrated in this unit. Perfect for Lower Key Stage 2, each lesson plan contains learning objectives, a warm up, development task and composition task before a cool down activity. Each section also has tips for the teacher in red italics. The 28 flashcards have images and descriptions of different movements they might want to cover in the unit. All files are in PDF format. lks2 ks2 year 3 year 4 outstanding key stage two
Y1 GYMNASTICS PE Unit - 6 lessons
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Y1 GYMNASTICS PE Unit - 6 lessons

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This Year 1 unit of 6 lessons contains 6 lesson plans to easily teach children the basics in gymnastics. All you will need are mats and benches! Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to make different basic shapes with their bodies. To be able to travel in a variety of ways. To be able to travel at different heights. To be able to travel in different directions and at different speeds in a variety of physical activities. To be able to travel on apparatus safely and in a variety of ways. To be able to put all skills together to create a sequence. To be able to create and modify sequences. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans
Y1 Invasion Games PE Unit - 5 lessons
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Y1 Invasion Games PE Unit - 5 lessons

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This Year 1 unit of 5 lessons contains 5 lesson plans to easily teach children the basics of invasion games. Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to participate in a variety of group activities that develop coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. To be able to move confidently and safely while following instructions, and to demonstrate an understanding of different ways to move using feet. To be able to explore different ways of using a ball or other equipment for throwing, catching, and sending. To be able to use a racket to dribble, carry, and hit a ball or other equipment safely and confidently. To be able to apply skills from previous lessons to score accurately in target games. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans
KS1 PE African Animal Dance Unit - 4 Outstanding Lessons
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KS1 PE African Animal Dance Unit - 4 Outstanding Lessons

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Explore the world of movement and creativity with our KS1 African Animals PE Unit. This resource includes five thoughtfully designed lesson plans that focus on physical activity, teamwork, and imaginative learning. Through interactive activities and games, students will develop coordination, vocabulary, and a deeper understanding of animal movements. These lessons are an exciting addition to your curriculum, promoting active engagement and a holistic learning experience. Lesson 1: Discovering Animal Movements and Vocabulary Kick off the unit with a dynamic exploration of body movements in response to music. The Traffic Lights Game and engaging warm-up activities help students develop essential movement vocabulary while highlighting the significance of proper warm-ups before exercise. Lesson 2: Embodying Animal Movements with Creativity In this lesson, students embrace their inner animals through imitation and creative expression. Activities like “I’m a Lion and Late for Trip to the Waterhole” encourage physical movement and imaginative play, fostering both coordination and vocabulary development. Lesson 3: Sequencing Animal Movements for Performance Lesson 3 focuses on sequencing movements into cohesive performances. Students collaborate to choreograph dance sequences inspired by animal movements, enhancing teamwork skills and encouraging creative storytelling through movement. Lesson 4: Crafting Collaborative Dance Stories Students weave movement and imagination together in Lesson 4. Collaboratively creating dance sequences that embody African animal characteristics promotes cooperative learning and the art of storytelling through physical expression. Lesson 5: Expressive Dance Performances with Animal Movements The final lesson showcases students’ progress and creativity. Combining animal movements into expressive dance performances not only promotes physical activity but also encourages students to communicate through movement, emphasizing their understanding of animals and their unique traits. Our KS1 African Animals PE Unit offers a well-rounded approach to physical education, promoting movement, teamwork, vocabulary development, and imaginative expression. Each lesson plan is carefully crafted to create an engaging and enriching learning experience for your students. Tags: Key Stage 1, Physical Education, Creative Movement, Animal Imitation, Dance Choreography, Teamwork, Coordination, Vocabulary Development, Physical Activity, Holistic Learning, Lesson Plans, Interactive, Curriculum Integration, ofsted, curriculum, physical education Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com y1 y2 year 1 2
LKS2 Hockey PE Planning - 6 lessons
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LKS2 Hockey PE Planning - 6 lessons

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This Year 3/4 unit of 6 lessons contains 5 lesson plans to easily teach children all about building their hockey skills. It also contains sports cards to be used in games in the unit. Each lesson plan contains: ★ Learning objective ★ Success Criteria ★ Warm up ★ Teacher Input ★ Main activities ★ Plenary and cool down ★ Resource list Learning objectives: To be able to demonstrate control and manipulation of a hockey ball through dribbling and travelling techniques. To be able to dribble a hockey ball with control and accuracy while moving in different directions. To be able to develop basic hockey skills such as dribbling, passing, and controlling the ball. To be able to apply dribbling and running skills in a game of hockey and demonstrate teamwork and movement. and 6. To be able to demonstrate and apply various hockey skills through controlled movements and game situations. PE physical education outstanding ofsted gym exercise lesson plans
LKS2 PE Striking and Fielding Unit - 10 lessons
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LKS2 PE Striking and Fielding Unit - 10 lessons

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 10 lessons of planning for a unit on Striking and Fielding -using a range of fundamental skills (throwing, striking, intercepting and stopping a ball with control), carrying out tactics and setting up small games… Includes steps to success, a warm up, skill, refining and using skills section for each lesson. Graded as outstanding planning. KS2 Y3 Y4 Year 3 Year 4
PE Net Games Unit - 10 lessons
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PE Net Games Unit - 10 lessons

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Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com 10 lessons of planning for a unit on Net Games - hitting, catching and aiming. Includes steps to success, a warm up, skill, refining and using fundamental skills section for each lesson. Resources and assessment and detailed separate lesson plans for bonus lessons. Graded as outstanding planning. LKS2 KS2 Y3 Y4 Year 3 Year 4