Physical Education

Department staff

Mrs Davidson (Principal Teacher - Tu-Th)

Mr Rodger (Principal Teacher - M, F)

Ms Graham

Mr Hamilton

Ms Henry

Mr Nisbet

Ms Ross

Courses at Perth Academy

Advanced Higher PE – Level 7

PDA SFA Refereeing – Level 7

Higher PE – Level 6

Higher Dance - Level 6

NPA Fitness and Leadership – Level 6

NPA Sports Coaching – Level 5&6

National PE - Level 3/4/5

National Dance – Level 5

Sport and Recreation – Level 4&5

Course Name - PDA in Scottish Football Association: Refereeing at SCQF level 7

Staff – Mr Hamilton/Mr Rodger

Course Level/QS Credits – 16 SCQF credit points

Number of Period - 6

Progression Pathway – Grassroot refereeing

Course Summary

The PDA in Scottish Football Association: Refereeing at SCQF level 7 is designed to equip individuals with knowledge and understanding of Scottish Football Association (SFA) refereeing, concentrating on knowledge and understanding of the Laws of the Game (LOTG) of football. It also includes learning about formal controls, misconduct, match reports and fitness standards for referees. This knowledge is drawn together by refereeing a football match.

LOTG Exam, training programme, match/incident reports, audio visual assessment, practical refereeing

Course Name - Higher Physical Education

Staff – Mr Rodger, Ms Henry, Mr Hamilton, Mr Nisbet

Course Level/QS Credits – 24-SCQF credit point course at SCQF Level 6

Number of Periods - 6

Progression Pathway – Advanced Higher PE

Course Summary

The SQA Higher Physical Education course (SCQF Level 6) develops skills in performance and analysis, focusing on how mental, emotional, social, and physical factors impact performance. It consists of a practical performance assessment (50%) and a theoretical question paper (50%), requiring students to analyse, evaluate, and develop their own and others' performance.

Exam – 2.5 hours = 50 marks (50%), Two practical performances –

30 marks each = 60 marks (50%) 110 marks total

Course Name - National 5 Physical Education

Staff – Mr Rodger, Ms Henry, Mr Hamilton, Mr Nisbet, Miss Ross, Miss Graham

Course Level/QS Credits – 24 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 5

Number of Periods - 4

Progression Pathway – Higher Physical Education

Course Summary

The National 5 Physical Education (PE) course in Scotland focuses on improving performance by understanding the mental, emotional, social, and physical factors affecting it. It is split equally (50/50) between a practical performance in two activities (60 marks) and a written portfolio (60 marks), focusing on planning, monitoring, and evaluating performance.

Internal written portfolio – 60 marks (50%), Two practical performances –

30 marks each = 60 marks (50%) 120 marks total

Course Name - Skills for Work: Sport and Recreation National 5 (SCQF level 5)

Staff – Mr Nisbet, Miss Graham

Course Level/QS Credits – 24 SCQF credit points at Level 5

Number of Periods - 4

Progression Pathway – NPA Exercise and Fitness Leadership SCQF level 6

Course Summary

The Course content covers the main practical activities involved in carrying out a supportive role in sport and recreation environments: sourcing information about career pathways, identifying and reviewing skills and experiences; assisting with planning, setting up and delivering activity sessions; dealing effectively and courteously with clients; assisting with emergency procedures; assisting with setting up, dismantling and checking equipment and resources; helping to plan and review a training programme; and establishing good practice in identifying and reviewing goals. The Course also covers health and safety legislation and risk assessment.

Course Name - NPA Exercise and Fitness Leadership SCQF level 6

Staff – Mr Nisbet and Ms Henry

Course Level/QS Credits – 18 SCQF credit points at Level 6

Number of Periods - 6

Progression Pathway – College

Course Summary

This National Progression Award (NPA) is designed to equip learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding they’ll need for progression to further academic and professional qualifications in physical activity and health which, in turn, will allow them to progress towards work as industry standard exercise practitioners.

This NPA will provide learners with the opportunity to gain an understanding of the physiological and psychological responses to cardiovascular, group exercise and resistance training. Learners will also experience participation in a range of cardiovascular, group exercise and resistance training approaches, and in planning and leading physical activity sessions in a realistic, supported environment.

Course Name - NPA Sports Coaching at SCQF levels 5

Staff – Mr Nisbet

Course Level/QS Credits – 12 SCQF credit points at level 5

Number of Periods - 4

Progression Pathway – NPA Sports Coaching at SCQF levels 6

Course Summary

At SCQF level 5, the NPA introduces learners to the role of a coaching assistant within a supervised environment and develops an understanding of professional practice in coaching. This will be done through assisting a coach in the planning, delivery and review of sports coaching sessions.

Course Name - NPA Sports Coaching at SCQF levels 6

Staff – Mr Rodger (PT), Mr Hamilton

Course Level/QS Credits – 24 SCQF credit points at Level 6

Number of Periods - 6

Progression Pathway – PDA in Scottish Football Association: Refereeing at SCQF level 7

Course Summary

At SCQF level 6, the NPA introduces learners to the role of a coach within a supervised environment. By leading the planning, delivery and review of coaching sessions, learners will experience the preparation of the coaching environment, and the needs and expectations of participants while meeting required safety standards.

Course Name - National 5 Dance (SCQF Level 5)

Staff – Miss Ross

Course Level/QS Credits – 24 SCQF points at Level 5.

Number of Periods - 4

Progression Pathway – Higher Dance

Course Summary

SQA National 5 Dance (SCQF Level 5) develops technical dance skills, choreography, and appreciation through both practical performance and theoretical study. The course is graded A-C and assessed via a 65-mark practical activity (choreography and evaluation), a 35-mark solo performance, and a 30-mark question paper.

The course is assessed through a 35-mark performance, 65-mark practical activity, and a 30-mark question paper

Course Name - Higher Dance (SCQF Level 6)

Staff – Miss Ross

Course Level/QS Credits – 24 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 6

Number of Periods - 6

Progression Pathway – College Course

Course Summary

The SQA Higher Dance course (SCQF level 6) provides a practical, experiential program focusing on technical skills, choreography, and appreciation. Candidates perform two technical solos, create a choreographed piece based on stimuli, and study dance history/theatre arts to develop creativity, independence, and safe dance practices.

Three main components: a 2-hour exam (30%), a practical choreography activity (30%), and a 70-mark technical performance (40%)

Course Name - Advanced Higher Physical Education

Staff – Mr Rodger, Mr Hamilton

Course Level/QS Credits – 32 SCQF credit points at SCQF Level 7.

Number of Periods - 6

Progression Pathway – University

Course Summary

The SQA Advanced Higher Physical Education (PE) course (SCQF level 7) focuses on analysing and refining performance through high-level research and practical application. It develops skills in investigating factors—mental, emotional, social, and physical—that impact performance, requiring independence and a deep understanding of performance development.

The course comprises a 70-mark project (researching performance factors) and a 30-mark performance (one activity in a competitive context)