At Abbotswood, we are proud to offer an outstanding Physical Education (PE) curriculum that motivates and inspires every child to achieve their personal best. Through a broad and inclusive range of sports, activities and experiences, we foster a lifelong love of physical activity, promote teamwork and encourage healthy, active lifestyles.

We are fortunate to have a highly skilled team of four dedicated sports coaches — Mr Morgan, Mr Flood, Mr Bradley and Miss Le Peuple — who ensure that every PE lesson is engaging, inclusive and appropriately challenging. Our approach supports all children in developing the physical skills, confidence and resilience they need to thrive — not just in PE but across school life and beyond.

Mark Morgan	Emily Le Peuple	Chris Flood	Mark Bradley

Key
Invasion	Handball, Netball, Basketball, Tag Rugby
Athletics	Indoor Athletics, Outdoor Athletics
Net/Wall	Tennis
Creative	Dance, Gymnastics
Strike/Field	Cricket, Rounders

We are incredibly proud of the number of sporting competitions we attend across the New Forest each year. Last year, an impressive 43% of our pupils represented Abbotswood at these events, showcasing their skills, teamwork and sportsmanship. Our commitment to participation and excellence is reflected in our strong performances and we are delighted to say that we frequently place highly in the medals tables, demonstrating the talent and determination of our young athletes.

We also provide our children with a range of free clubs, before and after school:  Click here to view our clubs

We are justifiably proud of our use of the Sports Premium.

Link: Review of Sports Premium 2024-25

 

What children at Abbotswood say about PE and Sport:
 

"Sports clubs have increased my confidence and made me better at team work."   Jayden, Year 4 

"At sports clubs I get to meet new people and do lots of exercise."   Harry, Year 4 

"PE and Sport have improved my confidence in general and resilience within tasks. Trying things over and over to improve during break times and clubs/lessons has helped me improve, especially in athletics."   Jack, Year 6 

"Abbotswood has a wide range of enjoyable sports that everyone can be included in."   Summer, Year 6 

"Sport at Abbotswood really helped me to build confidence in everything I do."   Isla, Year 7 Sports Leader 

"I enjoyed my time so much at Abbotswood that I felt I wanted to give something back by helping with after school clubs."    Megan, 1st year College