Complete Athletics PE Unit for Years 1–6. Includes sprinting, long jump, throwing, hurdles, relay races, high jump, festival day and assessment resources. Equipment alternatives are included throughout, making the unit accessible for schools with limited athletics equipment.

A complete Athletics PE Unit designed for primary school students in Years 1–6.

This progressive scheme of work develops fundamental athletics skills through engaging, inclusive and practical lessons. Students explore sprinting, jumping, throwing, hurdles, relay racing and high jump before applying their learning during an Athletics Festival Day.

The unit also includes a bonus Ancient Olympics lesson, providing an exciting cross-curricular link with History.

What’s Included?

Lesson 1
Sprinting Fundamentals

Lesson 2
Long Jump Fundamentals

Lesson 3
Throwing Fundamentals:
Shot Put
Javelin
Discus

Lesson 4
Hurdles & Agility

Lesson 5
Relay Racing & Team Athletics

Lesson 6
High Jump Fundamentals

Lesson 7
Athletics Festival Day

Lesson 8
Ancient Olympics (Bonus Lesson)

Additional Teacher Resources
Individual Athlete Score Sheet
Hall of Champions Recording Sheet
Teacher Assessment Tracker
Athletics Festival Station Cards
Station Cards Included
Sprint Challenge
Long Jump Challenge
Throw Challenge
High Jump Challenge
Hurdle Challenge
Relay Challenge

Learning Outcomes

Students will develop:
Running technique
Jumping technique
Throwing technique
Agility
Coordination
Teamwork
Confidence
Sportsmanship

Suitable for:
PE Lessons
Athletics Units
Sports Week
Sports Day Preparation
Mixed Ability Classes
Years 1–6