During Key Stage 2, children learn new skills and how to use these in different ways. They develop their understanding of how to succeed in different activities, collaborating and competing with others.

Children in Key Stage 2 show greater control when performing skills and actions. In small group and team activities, children use strategy and tactics. They identify what has been effective and use this to improve their performance.

At Key Stage 2, children come to understand how to prepare for physical activity, the benefits to their health, how their bodies are affected in the short-term and being hygienic.

The breadth of study in PE at Key Stage 2 includes dance, gymnastic and games activities. Swimming and water safety form part of the curriculum. Athletics and outdoor pursuits are also identified as areas that children can be taught.

The resources in this section contain materials for teaching swimming safely. There are suggestions for outdoor and group games for children to develop their skills through. There are also resources related to London 2012 that links to athletic activities.