Techniques are increasingly effective, so that skills achieve greater precision and accuracy. They provide simple explanations for the changes that take place in their bodies during exercise. Pupils practise to establish and consolidate their increasing range of skills with increased efficiency and sensitivity. They find solutions to the different challenges they encounter in the areas of activity. They show increasing control, fluency and accuracy in linking a longer series of actions.
Performance is more accurate and consistent across a range of skills.
They begin to adapt their responses to cope with the varying physical demands of the activity. The respond to the challenge of working with others, showing some awareness of strengths and limitations that affect performance. They make simple judgements about their own and others' performance, and use this information to improve the efficiency, quality and variety of their own work. They explain reasons for the short-term effects of exercise on the body and show some understanding of the importance of exercise to aspects of a healthy lifestyle. Pupils demonstrate their knowledge, skills and understanding across a range of activities with greater control and consistency in application.