Level 1 Physical Education

Level 1 Physical Education – Course Overview

Level 1 Physical Education supports the development of ākonga across multiple dimensions—social, emotional, intellectual, and cultural. Through engaging in movement experiences, students explore the concept of hauora and develop the capabilities necessary to participate confidently and respectfully in a range of physical activities.

Students will examine the role of tikanga (cultural practices), kotahitanga (unity and collective action), and interpersonal skills in movement contexts. By participating in diverse physical activities, students reflect on how physical activity influences their well-being and how it contributes to wider outcomes for individuals and communities.

This course includes both practical and theoretical components and is suitable for students who enjoy being physically active, working collaboratively, and learning through movement.

Curriculum Statement

In alignment with the New Zealand Curriculum (NZC, 2007):

“In Physical Education, students learn through movement in a wide range of contexts. They develop the knowledge, understanding, skills, and attitudes that enable them to participate in and contribute to physical activity and lifelong well-being. Through these experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of their own capabilities, of others, and of the social and cultural significance of movement.”

At Massey High School, Physical Education is grounded in the principles of hauora, active participation, cultural responsiveness, and student empowerment. These principles guide learning across NCEA Levels 1 to 3.

Learning Outcomes – NCEA Level 1 Physical Education

At Level 1, students will:

• Apply movement strategies in practical settings, showing an understanding of how these strategies contribute to successful performance

• Demonstrate how kotahitanga (unity and togetherness) can be promoted through movement by applying interpersonal, leadership, and cooperative skills in team contexts

• Critically reflect on how personal movement experiences impact all four dimensions of hauora: taha tinana (physical), taha hinengaro (mental & emotional), taha wairua (spiritual), and taha whānau (social)

Assessment Overview – 15 Credits

• Movement Strategies

AS 90962 (1.1) – Internal – 4 Credits
Title: Apply movement strategies in an applied setting
Focus: Demonstrate skill development and tactical awareness through participation in activities such as Turbo Touch, with application of skills like passing, catching, and spatial awareness in real-time game settings.

• Kotahitanga in Action

AS 90963 (1.2) – Internal – 4 Credits
Title: Demonstrate understanding of how kotahitanga is promoted in movement
Focus: Apply values such as co-operation, teamwork, leadership, and the understanding of vā (relational space) during collaborative physical activities.

• Influences on Hauora

AS 90964 (1.3) – Internal – 5 Credits
Title: Demonstrate understanding of the influence of a personal movement experience on hauora
Focus: Describe, explain, and evaluate how a chosen physical activity influences personal well-being across all dimensions of hauora. Students reflect on their growth and development through movement.